Ancient Commentary

The Didache: The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles - A Modern Translation of One of Christianity's Earliest Church Manuals Discover how the first Christians actually lived, worshipped, and organized their communities. The Didache, also known as The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles, is one of the earliest Christian writings outside the New Testament, dating from 50-120 AD. Written when some apostles may still have been alive, this document from the Apostolic Fathers provides a direct window into daily Christian life during the apostolic era. But most editions present this ancient text with ...

Every degree tells a story. Every symbol conceals a lesson. Every journey begins within the Camp. The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite is often described as the university of Freemasonry, yet many Masons experience its degrees only once before moving forward. Within the Camp invites the reader to return, reflect, and uncover the profound symbolism, philosophy, and timeless wisdom woven throughout the Rite. Drawing upon years of study, teaching, and leadership within the Scottish Rite, Jacob W. Thompson presents thoughtful commentaries on each degree from the Fourth through the Thirty-...

NEWLY REVISED AND EXPANDED: Now with 29 complete texts and updated scholarship. In 1945, a farmer in Upper Egypt cracked open a sealed clay jar and found thirteen codices buried since 367 CE. Inside were gospels, cosmologies, hymns, and visions from a rival Christianity so sophisticated it nearly won. For a thousand years, everything we knew about these texts came from the people who destroyed them. Now you can read them yourself. Twenty-nine texts in clear, modern English. No archaic phrasing. No dense scholarly apparatus. Just the words, made readable. The Gospels: The Gospel of Thomas (...

Matthew presents Jesus Christ as the Jesus as the Meshiach Nagid, the Messiah the King, the Lion of the tribe of Judah. It was written by a Jew, to Jews, about a Jew. This book of the Bible uses more Old Testament quotes than any other. The Gospel of Matthew emphasizes the saying of Jesus, including 10 parables not found in any other Gospel. After first establishing the royal genealogy, he then goes on to focus on the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies.

Contrary to popular belief, the Atrahasis Epic is not merely a flood myth. In some ways it can be called a creation myth. However, it does not concern itself with the creation of the universe or even of the earth. Rather, the created work in question is one of culture and civilization. The work ostensibly includes, but may not be limited to, modern humans. The goals of this new paraphrase are to examine the ancient story in a new light free of religious and gender biases and to integrate geological and archaeological evidence that ties the story to a specific date in real history.

Newly Revised! The Book of Jasher: A Clear Text Edition - The Lost Book Mentioned in the Bible Experience the mysterious book referenced in Joshua and 2 Samuel—now in modern, accessible English. What if there were ancient records that filled in the gaps of Genesis and Exodus? The Book of Jasher—also known as the Book of the Upright or Sefer HaYashar—takes you beyond familiar biblical accounts with expanded narratives of the patriarchs, judges, and heroes of Israel's early history. This is one of the lost books actually mentioned in Scripture itself. This ancient text reveals: Expanded...

Experience the Bible as a singular, powerful story and prepare to be swept away by Scripture as never before! Wangerin's "Bible storybook for adults" features brilliant settings, dramatized scenes, and added dialogue—all gleaned from extensive research. The Book of God reads like a novel...

Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A listenable, two-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright. An ideal guide for students...

If the Bible isn't a science book or an instruction manual, what is it? What do people mean when they say the Bible is inspired? When New York Times bestselling author Rachel Held Evans found herself asking these questions, she embarked on a journey to better understand what the Bible is and how...

“Masekhet Atzilut... is a Baraita of the wisdom of the Kabbalah of the ancient Sages from the days of King David (upon him be peace), discussing the subject of the Ten Sefirot. It was written by Y’ari’shiya, Zecharia, and Eliyah the sons of Yeruham, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8.” The Zoharic Kabbalah did not invent Kabbalah; but it did radically reinterpret and replace the older schools of Kabbalah that had been in existence since Biblical times. Masekhet Atzilut is an excellent example of the “older” Kabbalah that predates the Zohar and Zoharic influence. Masekhet Atzilut ...

Newly Revised and Edited! The Gospel of Nicodemus: A Clear Text Edition in True 16pt Large Print Experience one of early Christianity’s most dramatic and influential works—now presented in modern, accessible English and genuine 16pt large print for effortless reading. Includes both sections of the traditional text: the Acts of Pilate (the Trial of Jesus) and the Descent into Hell, fully translated and rendered in clear modern English. What if the trial of Jesus was only the beginning? The Gospel of Nicodemus takes you beyond the familiar Gospel accounts into a world of courtroom drama, ...

The Wiersbe Bible Commentary is a must have for believers wanting a deeper and practical resource for studying the New Testament and includes: All volumes of the Be Series covering the New Testament in one audiobook (Matthew to Revelation) Section-by-section commentary Book introductions...

Read by the author. Go from feeling frustrated when reading Scripture to learning to love the Bible. Feeling overwhelmed and confused by the Bible? Bestselling author Zach Windahl breaks down its entire storyline in The Bible, Simplified, making Scripture clear, accessible, and life-changing so...

What if the deepest secret of human potential is not something you must acquire—but something you must recognize? THE SHIVA SUTRAS: The Ancient Science of Consciousness, Power and Awakening by Abhijeet Sarkar is a bold modern journey into one of India's most profound spiritual and philosophical traditions. Across 77 ancient sutras, this book explores a timeless question: Who are you beneath your thoughts, fears, desires, memories, roles and identities? Written for the modern reader, this book brings the Shiva Sutras into direct conversation with contemporary life—fragmented attention, ...

The Lost Gospels of Jesus What the Bible left silent, preserved in the stories early Christians told. Modern English. No academic jargon. Translated & explained for real readers. The Journey Through Four Parts The Childhood of Jesus What was God like as a toddler? The canonical gospels say very little about Jesus’ early years, these ancient texts tried to fill the silence. The Protoevangelium of James The Infancy Gospel of Thomas The Gospel of Pseudo-Matthew The History of Joseph the Carpenter The Trial and Death of Jesus The governor’s reports to Rome. Alternative trial records, ...

OVER ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD – Get the most out of your Bible. In clear, simple language, How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth helps you accurately understand the different parts of the Bible—their meaning for ancient audiences and their implications for you today—so you can uncover the...

Introduction This volume is the distilled fruit of several hundred hours of concentrated research, textual comparison, and sustained prayer. It offers a disciplined, spiritually sober exploration of Enochic literature set alongside the canonical witness, designed to equip serious students of Scripture for faithful ministry and careful theological reflection. Scripture alone governs doctrine, yet historically attested extra‑biblical writings can illuminate the cultural, theological, and angelological horizons that shaped the biblical authors. The aim is twofold: to provide rigorous ...

Ancient wisdom. Practical guidance. A better way to live. Nearly two thousand years ago, the Jewish sages recorded a collection of short, unforgettable teachings about character, responsibility, friendship, leadership, humility, and the wise use of time. Those teachings became Pirkei Avot—often translated as Ethics of the Fathers—and their message remains strikingly relevant today. How should you respond to anger? What makes a person truly wise? Why do your friends and teachers matter? How can you pursue success without becoming controlled by wealth, status, or praise? Pirkei Avot for ...

Unlock the ancient spiritual architecture of the oldest scripture known to humanity - and discover the ultimate map to your own consciousness. We live in an age of deafening noise. We are drowning in information, digital notifications, and shallow distractions, yet we are starving for profound wisdom. We have mastered the external world, but we have lost our connection to the sacred. What if the cure to modern anxiety, burnout, and disconnection has been waiting for us for over three and a half millennia? In The Rigveda: Rediscovering the Roots of Indian Consciousness, author Naveen Goyal ...

Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A listenable, two-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright. An ideal guide for students...