The Gnostic Gospels: Were They Illegal?

The Nag Hammadi Library, a collection of 52 Christian texts, has sparked debate about its origins and significance. Some scholars argue it was a hidden stash of heretical texts, while others suggest it was part of a private collection or funerary goods. The role of Athanasius, a bishop who condemned such texts, is also discussed. Evidence points to possible monastic origins, but recent criticism questions this theory, suggesting the texts were more common than previously thought.

What evidence suggests that the books may have originated from a monastery?

What arguments are presented against the theory that the Naughty Library was a hidden stash of heretical texts?

In what ways do the non-commodity texts reflect ancient Egyptian practices regarding funerary deposits?