The Armenian Gospel of the Infancy, 9780199541560
Hardcover
Lost tales of Jesus’s childhood reveal miracles and Mary’s hidden origins.

The Armenian Gospel of the Infancy

with three early versions of the protevangelium of james

$209.79

  • Hardcover

    224 pages

  • Release Date

    3 July 2008

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Summary

The Armenian Gospel of the Infancy: Unveiling the Childhood of Christ

The Infancy Gospels, like the canonical Gospels, demonstrate how stories about the Virgin and Child evolve through retelling. This is the first translation of the complete Armenian Gospel of the Infancy, derived from a lost sixth-century Syriac text. It presents two versions of the narrative and several ancient editions.

Discover unique stories about Jesus as a child, showcasing his divine will. This editi…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780199541560
ISBN-10:0199541566
Author:Abraham Terian
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Imprint:Oxford University Press
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:224
Release Date:3 July 2008
Weight:407g
Dimensions:223mm x 145mm x 18mm
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Critics Review

This is a beautifully presented and extremely useful contribution to our understanding of the infancy gospel tradition.

This is a beautifully presented and extremely useful contribution to our understanding of the infancy gospel tradition. * Simon J Gathercole, Journal for the Study of the New Testament 31.5 *Abraham Terian’s translation is mellifluous, and his commentary elaborate, reflecting wide study and knowledge. All libraries with a substantial ecclesiastical collection will need this book. * John A. C. Greppin, Times Literary Supplement *

About The Author

Abraham Terian

Abraham Terian is Academic Dean and Professor of Armenian Patristics at St Nersess Armenian Seminary.

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