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Old Testament Apocrypha
The Old Testament is of great importance for the Jewish faith and for the Christian faith, the books found therein are of Divine inspiration and are mostly known as sacred books.
However, throughout history other “parallel” books have appeared with the intention of explaining in some cases events and details that are not related in the Bible, adding events that have little or no relation with the original text; these books are called apocryphal.
Additions to Esther
Unknown
Additions to Esther is a collection of six passages added to the canonical book of Esther, with the aim of reinforcing its religious content and correcting the absence of God's name in the original text.The History of Susanna (in Daniel)
Unknown
The History of Susanna (in Daniel) is a narrative from the Book of Daniel, featuring Susanna's virtue triumphing over false accusationsThe Book of Bel and the Dragon (in Daniel)
Unknown
The Book of Bel and the Dragon in Daniel is a deuterocanonical text that ridicules idol worship and tells of Daniel's encounters with Bel and a dragon.Book of Enoch
Enoch
Book of Enoch (1 Enoch) is an intertestamental text relevant to the theme of apocryphal books by presenting stories about angels, demons, giants and messianic prophecies, not included in most canonical Bibles.1 Maccabees
Unknown
1 Maccabees is a historical work that narrates the rebellion of the Maccabees against Hellenization, relevant for its historical and religious value in Jewish culture.2 Maccabees
Unknown
2 Maccabees, is a deuterocanonical book of the Old Testament that recounts the revolt led by Judas Maccabeus and presents important theological claims.3 Maccabees
Alexandrian Jew
3 Maccabees is a narrative about the persecution of the Jews in Egypt, highlighting historical events and religious elements.4 Maccabees
Unknown
4 Maccabees is a Koine Greek text discussing martyrdom and the supremacy of reason over emotions, blending Hellenistic Judaism with Stoic philosophy.1 Esdras
Esdras
1 Esdras is an apocryphal book of the Old Testament that recounts historical events related to the reconstruction of the Temple in Jerusalem, with controversies over its canonicity.2 Esdras
Esdras
2 Esdras is an apocryphal book that recounts visions and prophecies attributed to the prophet Ezra, addressing themes of sin, divine punishment, and redemption.Apocalypse of Sedrach
Unknown
Apocalypse of Sedrac is an apocryphal text that relates apocalyptic visions attributed to Sedrac. It is relevant to the topic of apocryphal books due to its nature not included in the traditional biblical canon.Baruch
Baruch ben Neriah
The Book of Baruch is a deuterocanonical text of the Old Testament that is located between Lamentations and Ezekiel, presenting prayers and poems related to the return to God and the request for liberation.Baruch 2
Baruch
Syriac Apocalypse of Baruch (Baruch 2) is an Old Testament apocryphal text that highlights the importance of Baruch and addresses apocalyptic and theological themes.Tobit
Unknown
The Book of Tobit, an apocryphal text from ancient Hebrew literature, recounts the adventures and trials of Tobit and his son Tobit, with a focus on goodness, faith, and divine intervention.Judith
Unknown
Judith is a Hebrew literary work that tells the story of the heroine Judith in times of war, highlighting her bravery and patriotism.Wisdom
Solomon
Wisdom or Wisdom of Solomon, is a biblical book from the Old Testament that, although not part of the Hebrew Bible, is considered deuterocanonical in some Christian traditions.Book of Sirach or Ecclesiaticus
Yeshua ben Eleazar ben Sira
Ecclesiasticus is a deuterocanonical wisdom text from the Old Testament that addresses wisdom and the moral life, relevant to understanding apocryphal literature.The Prayerof Manasseh
Manasseh
Prayer of Manasseh is an apocryphal work of the Old Testament, attributed to King Manasseh of Judah, known for his conversion and repentance after years of idolatry.Book of Jubilees
Attributed to Moses
Book of Jubilees is a Hebrew religious text dating from 100 BC. It is considered apocryphal for the Catholic Church and other Christian branches, but is canonical for the Beta Israel and the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.Odes of Solomon
Solomon
The Odes of Solomon is a collection of 42 odes attributed to King Solomon, with early Christian themes and dated between the 1st and 3rd centuries.Apocalypse of Moses
Unknown
Apocalypse of Moses is a Jewish apocryphal text detailing Adam and Eve's life post-Eden, exploring themes of the Fall of Man and resurrection.Latin Life of Adam and Eve
Unknown
Latin Life of Adam and Eve is a Jewish apocryphal text detailing Adam and Eve's lives post-Eden expulsion, emphasizing themes of the Fall of Man and resurrection.Joseph and Aseneth
Unknown
Joseph and Aseneth is a narrative expanding on the relationship between Joseph and Aseneth from the Book of Genesis.New Testament Apocrypha
The person of Christ has divided the history of humanity, and after his death, resurrection and ascension there were many books that emerged, among them books recognized as inspired by the Holy Spirit, and others that lacked such inspiration, which are known as apocrypha, all of them would be part of the New Testament.
The Apocryphal Books of the New Testament are very varied, and are distributed in four categories: gospels, acts, epistles and apocalypses. All of them were discarded because of their lack of apostolic authorship, and their contrariety in their writings.
The Gospel of Thomas
Unknown
Gospel of Thomas is an apocryphal gospel of the New Testament that contains 114 sayings attributed to Jesus, notable for its structure of independent lodges.The Gospel of Judas
Unknown
Gospel of Judas is a 2nd century Gnostic text that presents Judas in a positive way, contradicting the traditional view.The Acts of Paul and Thecla
Unknown
Acts of Paul and Thecla is an apocryphal text from the 2nd century that narrates the life of Thecla of Iconium after his conversion to Christianity.Apocalypse of Peter
Unknown
The Apocalypse of Peter is an apocryphal New Testament text that describes in detail the afterlife and the torments of hell.Apocalypse of Paul
Unknown
Apocalypse of Paul is an apocryphal text that recounts mystical visions of Paul, relevant to understanding the alternative theological vision of this biblical character.The Shepherd of Hermas
Hermas
Shepherd of Hermas is a 2nd century Christian work that is not part of the New Testament canon, but enjoyed authority in the 2nd and 3rd centuries.Gospel of the Ebionites
Unknown
Gospel of the Ebionites is an apocryphal text notable for its adoptionist Christology and its focus on vegetarianism.Gospel of Nicodemus (Acts of Pilate)
Unknown
Nicodemus Gospel (Acts of Pilate) is an apocryphal gospel that recounts events related to Jesus and Pontius Pilate.The Protoevangelium of St. James
Unknown
Protoevangelium of James is an apocryphal gospel that narrates the childhood of the Virgin Mary and the birth of Jesus.The Gospel According to Philip
Unknown
Gospel according to Philip, is a Valentinian Gnostic text that is part of the apocryphal gospels. It stands out for addressing topics such as the Sacraments and marriage, and a connection between Jesus and Mary Magdalene is suggested, generating controversy.The Gospel According to Mary Magdalene
Unknown
Gospel of Mary Magdalene is an apocryphal Gnostic gospel written between 30 and 180 AD, notable for presenting Mary Magdalene as a central figure in the evangelical narrative.Epistle of Barnabas
Unknown
Epistle of Barnabas is an apocryphal Christian treatise that discusses the spiritual interpretation of the Old Testament in contrast to Judaism.Acts of Peter and the Twelve Apostles
Unknown
Acts of Peter and the Twelve Apostles is a 4th century Christian apocryphal text that recounts an encounter between Peter and Jesus in the form of allegory and Gnostic teachings.Gospel of Peter
Peter
Gospel of Peter is an apocryphal text that recounts the Passion and Resurrection of Christ, with significant differences from the canonical gospels.Secret Gospel of Mark
Unknown
Secret Gospel of Mark is an apocryphal gospel that contains fragments that suggest implications about the homosexuality of Jesus, generating controversy over its authenticity and discovery in 1958 by Morton Smith.On the Origin of the Worl
Unknown
On the Origin of the World is an untitled Gnostic treatise from Codex II of the Nag Hammadi manuscripts that explores the divine origin of the world and anthropology.Clement's Epistle
Clement
Epistle of Clement (Second Letter to the Corinthians) is a 1st century epistle addressed to the Christians of Corinth, addressing issues of hierarchy in the early church.The Gospel of Truth
Valentinian Gnostics
The Gospel of Truth is a Gnostic text found in the New Testament apocrypha, possibly written between 140 and 180 by Valentinian Gnostics. It is relevant for the topic of apocryphal New Testament books due to its contested origins and content aligning with Gnostic beliefs.Epistle of the Apostles (Epistula Apostolorum)
Unknown
Epistle of the Apostles is a gospel-like work refuting Gnosticism, emphasizing Jesus' fleshly existence, and predicting future events.Apocryphal Books in Spanish
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