Apocrypha
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Holy Spirit guides in ALL truth.
Any of the teaching from jglm.org on youtube and their own site will be sound teaching of personal relationship with the Father through the Son.
blessings
I’ve been going to the Orthodox Church for years and I only know of them when questions such as :Why do you pray for the dead are asked.
But I’ve never read them in all their entirety or know what’s false or not.
It’s not important to me because I’ve seen enough Miracles to not bother with it.
However, here’s a nice history here: https://www.saintjohnchurch.org/what-is-the-apocrypha/
Oh and the Book of Enoch is used by Ufologists to support their ideas about UFOs.
I’ve never read it but Ufologists use the entire Bible sometimes with or without apocrypha to support their ideas.
They’re throwing a lot of spaghetti at the wall to see what sticks basically.
I’ve never read it but Ufologists use the entire Bible sometimes with or without apocrypha to support their ideas.
They’re throwing a lot of spaghetti at the wall to see what sticks basically.
What He is doing in this last of the last is drawing His own to Him in relationship, and it appears from every kindred and tongue, based on compassion and a heart as is His .
Most religions teach jumping through a lot of religious hoops to make ourselves right enough the Father will love us and save us.
The Gospels teach Jesus did it all for us and modeled how each of us is to live.
This is how this man found relationship, he was a professional musician who gave it up for Christ, 30 years later he said it was the best decision he ever made.
Many videos of his ministry at various stages, John Wimber and his testimony-
Most religions teach jumping through a lot of religious hoops to make ourselves right enough the Father will love us and save us.
The Gospels teach Jesus did it all for us and modeled how each of us is to live.
This is how this man found relationship, he was a professional musician who gave it up for Christ, 30 years later he said it was the best decision he ever made.
Many videos of his ministry at various stages, John Wimber and his testimony-
When the Father limits the truth they are allowed to misapply they implode, kinds like the commie-dems?
blessings
My bible includes them. They're the books in brown highlight.
Imo the first things to read are 2 Esdras and Wisdom (of Solomon). If you ever want to read Enoch, make sure its [1 Enoch], and the most accurate translation I know of it is the LSV version.
Imo the first things to read are 2 Esdras and Wisdom (of Solomon). If you ever want to read Enoch, make sure its [1 Enoch], and the most accurate translation I know of it is the LSV version.
Thanks for the reference site...I learned from it. I didn't know the difference between the Apocrypha and the Pseudepigrapha (and still cannot pronounce it)!
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Apocrypha.org: Online Apocrypha with Search Tools
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Most biblical historians and the Catholic Church do not consider the majority of Apocryphal Writings canonical because they often present a picture of Jesus, his apostles, and events that differ from the four biblical gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John), both in content and theology.
Why These Texts Are Not Canon
Most biblical historians agree that the non-canonical (apocryphal) gospels and acts were excluded precisely because they give a different picture of Jesus—one shaped by later communities, legendary embellishments, or foreign religious ideas—not the Jesus directly described by eyewitnesses or apostolic tradition. Therefore, these were not accepted into the Christian canon. Biblical historians and the Catholic Church consider these writings apocryphal (not canonical) because they often paint a different picture of Jesus than what is described in the canonical gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John). Many apocryphal texts include legendary embellishments, Gnostic theology, or stories with details and teachings not found in the New Testament, and sometimes even contradict it. For example, apocryphal acts like the Gospel of Peter describe supernatural phenomena (such as Jesus represented as extraordinarily tall or accompanied by talking crosses) that do not appear in canonical accounts, showing influences from Greek, Roman, or heretical beliefs.
Because these writings were created much later—often second century or later—by unknown authors and lacked apostolic connection, their reliability and theological alignment with Christian doctrine were heavily doubted. As a result, the early church and most modern scholars exclude them from the canon, preferring the New Testament gospels for their historical proximity, doctrinal orthodoxy, and consistent portrayal of Jesus.
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Most biblical historians and the Catholic Church do not consider the majority of Apocryphal Writings canonical because they often present a picture of Jesus, his apostles, and events that differ from the four biblical gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John), both in content and theology.
Why These Texts Are Not Canon
- Different Portrait of Jesus: Many of these apocryphal writings include stories, teachings, and character traits for Jesus that are not found in the New Testament gospels. For example, some present miraculous and legendary events, describe Jesus in unusual ways (such as being extraordinarily tall or manifesting with a walking, talking cross), and may draw influences from outside sources like Greek or Gnostic traditions, making the depiction markedly different from the canonical portrayal of Jesus as a crucified Savior who died for humanity.
- Varied Theology: These texts frequently reflect theological ideas considered heretical or inconsistent with mainstream Christian doctrine, such as Gnostic beliefs (which claim Jesus brought secret knowledge and denied aspects of his humanity or divinity) or contain anecdotes that are not congruent with dogmatic truths upheld by the Church.
- Later Date and Authors: Scholars note most apocryphal texts were written generations after the apostles, and usually by unknown or pseudonymous authors. This raises doubts about their historical reliability and link to eyewitness accounts, which are essential marks of canonical writings.
- Lack of Liturgical Use and Apostolic Origin: The early Church outlined that New Testament texts must be traceable to the apostles or those close to them, used in worship, and conform to orthodox beliefs. Apocryphal texts do not meet these standards.
Most biblical historians agree that the non-canonical (apocryphal) gospels and acts were excluded precisely because they give a different picture of Jesus—one shaped by later communities, legendary embellishments, or foreign religious ideas—not the Jesus directly described by eyewitnesses or apostolic tradition. Therefore, these were not accepted into the Christian canon. Biblical historians and the Catholic Church consider these writings apocryphal (not canonical) because they often paint a different picture of Jesus than what is described in the canonical gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John). Many apocryphal texts include legendary embellishments, Gnostic theology, or stories with details and teachings not found in the New Testament, and sometimes even contradict it. For example, apocryphal acts like the Gospel of Peter describe supernatural phenomena (such as Jesus represented as extraordinarily tall or accompanied by talking crosses) that do not appear in canonical accounts, showing influences from Greek, Roman, or heretical beliefs.
Because these writings were created much later—often second century or later—by unknown authors and lacked apostolic connection, their reliability and theological alignment with Christian doctrine were heavily doubted. As a result, the early church and most modern scholars exclude them from the canon, preferring the New Testament gospels for their historical proximity, doctrinal orthodoxy, and consistent portrayal of Jesus.
My first reaction is, "that doesn't sound right..." Somebody innocently asks, what is the apocrypha? and they immediately kick him out?
But those were not all the words you used, were they? You had some pretty confrontational follow-ups, didn't you?
Thank you for the link. I also just learned the difference between the Apocrypha and the Pseudepigrapha. My OP used the wrong term. My only excuse is that many others also use them in error. Your response is appreciated.