Gospel of Judas: What Does It Really Say?

Gospel of Judas: What Does It Really Say?

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Religious Studies, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the Gospel of Judas, a text that presents Judas Iscariot in a unique light, suggesting he had secret knowledge about Jesus. Discovered in Egypt in the 1970s, the text faced preservation challenges before being published by National Geographic in 2006. The Gospel, written in Coptic, is linked to Gnostic theology, portraying the disciples unfavorably and Judas as possessing special insight. Scholars debate whether Judas is depicted positively or negatively, with interpretations varying widely. The text offers insights into early Christian thought and the diversity of beliefs in the 2nd and 3rd centuries.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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