The Apocrypha by Unknown
"The Apocrypha" refers to a collection of ancient Jewish writings that are included in some versions of the Bible, particularly in the Septuagint and the Latin Vulgate, but are not considered canonical by all Jewish and Christian traditions. These texts include a variety of genres such as historical narratives, wisdom literature, additions to canonical books, and apocalyptic visions. They provide valuable insights into Jewish thought and practice during the Second Temple period and are revered in some Christian denominations for their historical and spiritual significance, despite their varying levels of acceptance across different religious communities.
The 11649th greatest book of all time
- Published
- -250
- Nationality
- Multiple
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 157
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Greek
- Alternate Titles
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- The Deuterocanonical Books
- The Hidden Books
- The Apocryphal Books
- The Books of the Apocrypha
- The Apocryphal Writings
- The Lost Books of the Bible
- The Non-Canonical Books
- The Apocrypha: Additional Scriptures
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- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)