Lost And Hostile Gospels: An Essay On The Toledoth Jeschu And The Petrine And Pauline Gospels

The Lost and Hostile Gospels is a scholarly essay written by S. Baring Gould that explores the history and significance of the Toledoth Jeschu and the Petrine and Pauline Gospels. The Toledoth Jeschu is a controversial Jewish text that tells the story of Jesus as a false prophet and a magician who was ultimately executed for his crimes. The Petrine and Pauline Gospels, on the other hand, are early Christian texts that focus on the teachings and deeds of Jesus as a divine figure.Gould examines the historical context in which these texts were written and the ways in which they were used by different religious groups. He argues that the Toledoth Jeschu was likely written as a response to the growing influence of Christianity in Jewish communities, and that it was intended to discredit the teachings of Jesus and his followers. The Petrine and Pauline Gospels, on the other hand, were written by early Christians who sought to spread the message of Jesus and establish a new religious movement.Throughout the book, Gould provides detailed analysis of the language, structure, and content of these texts, and he explores the ways in which they have been interpreted and used by scholars and religious leaders throughout history. He also discusses the controversies surrounding the authenticity and reliability of these texts, and he offers his own insights into their significance and meaning.Overall, The Lost and Hostile Gospels is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of two important religious texts that have played a significant role in shaping the history of Christianity and Judaism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.