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  • A New Vision of the Message of Jesus
  • By: Elaine Pagels
  • Narrated by: Elaine Pagels
  • Length: 1 hr and 53 mins
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (29 ratings)
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Summary

Millions of readers have turned to Elaine Pagels for her clear and insightful books about the Gnostic Gospels, the teachings of Jesus that have been lost for centuries. Sounds True is proud to present the first widely available audio recording of this extraordinary scholar as she explores the text that has changed the way many of us think about the message of Christ: The Gospel of Thomas.

The stunning archaeological discovery of these lost scriptures of early Christianity in 1945 has revealed exciting new dimensions to the wisdom passed on from Jesus to his disciples. In her analysis of this revived gospel, Dr. Pagels reveals that Thomas was not a "doubter" of Christ, rather, his thoughtful inquiries reflected and brought out the deepest truths that Jesus had to offer. Thomas' account depicts a Jesus who taught us that the "Kingdom of Heaven" is not a separate realm, but a state of divinity that we all can reach. He is even called the "twin" of Jesus, a metaphor for the possibility that all of us can achieve the same state of divine grace embodied by Jesus.

Elaine Pagels has riveted readers and audiences everywhere with her clear and provocative explorations of the testaments of early Christianity. The Gospel of Thomas gives listeners a first opportunity to join her in charting "a wider horizon" of Christian spirituality.

©2006 Elaine Pagels (P)2006 Sounds True

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a lively exposition

of the sayings....secret.....or perhaps advanced and in private.....of jesus ....to his closest followers illustrating what an important spine they are.....not to heretics....but rather devotees to judeo christian mystics....as well as christian and muslim spiritualists.....and the observant as well as religious adherrents to his basic doctrines.

it is necessary to have read the sayings yourself at least more than once to appreciate these interpretations.....perspectives and philosophies......but once that is done.....really not rocket science.......it highlights exactly what a great philosopher....storyteller prophet and king jesus remains.

only one sour note.....the sound quality of student questioning is worse than appalling.......please dont let that deter the serious student from struggling through.

the clarity of thought.....sensitivity for the subject......and diligence of all participants is clear enough.


im very pleased with my choice in attending this lecture.

a genuine privelidge. thank you.

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Very balanced and insightful discussion

Elaine Pagels has done a brilliant job in providing illumination and insight into the origins of the Gospel of Thomas and the meanings behind it's sayings.

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