Within Reason #68 Andrew Mark Henry - What is The Gospel of Thomas?
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May 19, 2024 Andrew Mark Henry, a scholar of religious studies, discusses the enigmatic Gospel of Thomas, exploring its hidden sayings, connection to Gnosticism, and the potential twinship of Thomas and Jesus challenging traditional Christian beliefs. The significance of Apostle Thomas in early Christianity, the complexities of Doubting Thomas in Christian theology, and the unique theology of the Gospel of Thomas emphasizing inner knowledge for salvation are also explored.
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Gospel of Thomas: A Sayings Gospel
- The Gospel of Thomas is a unique sayings gospel, distinct from the New Testament gospels.
- It lacks a historical framework, focusing on 114 sayings attributed to Jesus, emphasizing hidden knowledge.
Origins and Discovery
- The only complete version of the Gospel of Thomas is a Coptic translation found in the Nag Hammadi library.
- Scholars believe the original was written in Greek, likely in Syria, and dates back to the second century CE.
Thomas: The Twin
- "Didymus" translates to "twin," both in Aramaic (Thomas) and Greek.
- Some early Christians believed Thomas was Jesus's literal twin, possibly a spiritual concept.