The Gnostic Gospels

Ancient texts illuminate secret dialogues between Jesus and his disciples, offering intimate portrayals of his relationship with Mary Magdalene and vivid parables rich in symbolism. The passages confront enduring dilemmas of morality, suffering, and the pursuit of salvation in a complex world. The selections made in this volume shed light on these esoteric doctrines revealing intimate conversations between Jesus and his Disciples. The Gospel of Mary Magdalene throws new light on his relationship with this favourite disciple. The Gospel of Thomas contains concentrated mini-parables, containing deep inward and symbolic meaning, many of which are not found in the New Testament. The texts chosen are relevant to many of the perplexities of contemporary life and deal with the questions of good and evil, sin and suffering and the path to salvation.