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[Bible] Episode 255: John Dominic Crossan - The Other Gospels

Sep 11, 2023
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John Dominic Crossan
Renowned scholar John Dominic Crossan joins Pete and Jared for a discussion on non-canonical gospels, exploring their theological significance. They delve into the unique characteristics of the Gospel of Thomas, emphasizing asceticism and disenchantment with the Roman world. The value of extra canonical gospels and the significance of narrative structure in the New Testament are also highlighted.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Exploring the Significance of Non-Canonical Gospels
02:19 • 5min
3
Non-Canonical Gospels: Sayings, Narrative, and Revelation
07:01 • 8min
4
Revelation Gospels: Dialogue, Sayings, and Narrative
15:03 • 4min
5
The Gospel of Thomas: Emphasizing Asceticism and Disenchantment with the Roman World
19:19 • 21min
6
The Value of Extra Canonical Gospels and the Significance of the Narrative Structure
40:41 • 6min