The Egerton Gospel (Egerton Papyrus 2 + Papyrus Köln VI 255)

Exploration of an early apocryphal gospel by SJC's Dr. Lorne Zelyck.

23 October 2019

Dr. Lorne Zelyck, Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies at SJC, has published a new book on the Egerton Gospel, an early non-canonical gospel. He presents a fresh paleographical analysis and thorough reconstruction of the fragmentary text, which results in new readings and interpretations. Details surrounding the acquisition of the manuscript are presented for the first time, and various scholarly viewpoints on controversial topics, such as the date of composition and relationship to the canonical gospels, are addressed. This early apocryphal gospel (150-250 CE) provides traditional interpretations of the canonical gospels that are similar to those of other early Christian authors, and affirms Jesus' continuity with the miracle-working prophets Moses and Elisha, his obedience to the Law, divinity, and violent rejection by Jewish opponents.

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