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- Contained in thirteen papyrus sheets
- Written in Coptic
- From the point of view of Judas
- In this version of the gospel, Judas is Jesus' favorite discipleNPR: The Los Gospel of Judas Iscariot?
- Found in Egypt by a farmer in 1978
- Was sold to an antiquities dealer in Cairo by the farmer
- National Geographic began the restoration of the codex in 2004
- Written approximately between 300 and 400 A.D.USAToday: Long-Lost Gospel of Judas Recasts 'Traitor'
- Gnostics believe that the key to redemption is in personal insights rather than in the resurrection
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The Gospel of Judas is part of an ancient codex written by Gnostic followers of Jesus of Nazareth. Included in the codex is the Letter of Peter to Philip and the Book of Allogenes. The Gospel of Judas describes an alternate perspective of Jesus's relationship to Judas Iscariot.National Geographic: The Lost Gospel of Judas
Gospel Of Judas Excerpt
Jesus said to him, "Step away from the others and I shall tell you the mysteries of the kingdom. It is possible for you to reach it, but you will grieve a great deal. For someone else will replace you, in order that the twelve [disciples] may again come to completion with their god." Gospel Of JudasNPR: The Los Gospel of Judas Iscariot?-
Gospel Of Judas Questions
Has anyone ever heard of the gospels that were left out of the bible? 3 AnswersEarly Christians started trying to determine what writings to include within about 60 years after the death of the last apostle, and within about 100 years afte... read more
Does anoyone know or have the lyrics for Judas Priests Painkiller? 1 AnswerFaster than a bullet Terrifying scream Enraged and full of anger Hes half man and half machine Rides the metal monster Breathing smoke and fire Closing in ... read more -


