Infancy Gospel of Thomas: The Lost Apocryphal Gospel - Uncovering the Hidden Childhood of Jesus, Astonishing Miracles, and the Secret Traditions of . Hardcover Edition For Easy Reading) (36)
Language: English
Published by The Library of Alexandria, 2026
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- Infancy Gospel of Thomas: The Lost Apocryphal Gospel - Uncovering the Hidden Childhood of Jesus, Astonishing Miracles, and the Secret Traditions of . Hardcover Edition For Easy Reading) (36)
- Author
- Attributed to Thomas the Israelite (Author)
- Publisher
- The Library of Alexandria
- Publication year
- 2026
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- Brand New
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- Hardcover
- Language
- English
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- 1807923711
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- 9781807923716
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- 0.21 kilograms
Have you ever wondered why the canonical Bible reveals almost nothing about the childhood of Jesus?
In the Infancy Gospel of Thomas, you will discover one of the most widely circulated and heavily debated apocryphal texts of the ancient world. For centuries, early Christians hungered for details about the early years of the messiah. How did a child possessing ultimate divine power navigate growing up in a first-century Judean village? This fascinating second-century manuscript attempts to answer that question, offering a portrait of the young Jesus that is completely unique, awe-inspiring, and occasionally deeply unsettling.
Far more than a simple collection of childhood fables, this text provides a raw and unfiltered look at a divine being grappling with human existence. It features astonishing miracles, such as the young Jesus bringing clay sparrows to life, healing venomous snake bites, and stretching wooden beams for his earthly father, Joseph. Yet, it also reveals a fiercely powerful child who does not fully grasp his own strength, striking down those who cross him before eventually learning to temper his divine nature with mercy and wisdom.
By exploring this ancient gospel, readers uncover the complex and varied ways early Christians understood the incarnation, blending human maturation with raw, unbridled divine authority.
What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:
- The Hidden Childhood Explore the "missing years" of Jesus between ages five and twelve, filling the massive narrative gap left by the canonical New Testament.
- Astonishing Childhood Miracles Discover the breathtaking apocryphal stories of bringing clay birds to life, miraculously carrying water in a cloak, and commanding the forces of nature.
- The Struggle of Divine Power Read the fascinating, sometimes shocking accounts of a young, untamed messiah learning to balance his limitless power with human empathy and compassion.
- Interactions with Earthly Parents Gain a new perspective on Joseph and Mary as they attempt to raise, protect, and understand a child who possesses the power of the cosmos.
- A Window into Early Christian Beliefs Understand how ancient believers reconciled the humanity of a growing boy with the omnipotence of the Son of God.
Whether you are exploring this work for its immense historical value, its theological intrigue, or its captivating storytelling, the Infancy Gospel of Thomas offers a compelling journey into the heart of early Christian mythology.
Step back into the ancient world and discover the hidden childhood of Jesus. Begin your journey today.
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