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Les Evangiles secrets

Les Evangiles secrets

HistoryPhilosophy
Pages
235
Published
1982
Language
French

Synopsis

Elaine Pagels explores the controversial Gnostic Gospels, ancient texts that offer alternative perspectives on early Christianity. She examines how these writings challenge traditional understandings of Jesus, God, and the nature of reality, revealing a diverse and often contentious early Christian movement. This work sheds light on why certain texts were included in the New Testament while others were suppressed.

Prose complexity
7/10

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InformativeIntellectualThought-ProvokingComplex

Genres

History Philosophy Religion

Authors

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Elaine Pagels

Elaine Pagels is a historian who writes about early Christianity and religious history. Her book, The Gnostic Gospels, is a foundational text for understanding this ancient movement. She offers clear insights into complex religious ideas.

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Tanguy Kenec'hdu

Tanguy Kenec'hdu writes on subjects ranging from historical studies to the evolution of language. Readers know him for books such as Les Evangiles secrets and Avatars du français.