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Gospels Of Mary: The Secret Tradition Of Mary Magdalene, The Companion Of Jesus
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Gospels Of Mary: The Secret Tradition Of Mary Magdalene, The Companion Of Jesus
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Marvin Meyer
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:122 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 203,Width 133 |
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| Category/Genre | Christianity
Biblical studies |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780060834517
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| Classifications | Dewey:220 |
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| Illustrations |
Illustrations, black and white
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
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| Imprint |
HarperOne
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| Publication Date |
12 June 2006 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
This unique collection of Gnostic texts concerning Mary Magdalene, now in paperback, reveals the significant role Mary Magdalene played in Jesus's inner circle of disciples.
Author Biography
Marvin Meyer is one of the foremost scholars on early Christianity and texts about Jesus outside the New Testament. He is Griset Professor of Bible and Christian Studies at Chapman University in Orange, California. Among his recent books are The Gospel of Judas, The Gnostic Gospels of Jesus, The Gospels of Mary, The Gospel of Thomas, and The Nag Hammadi Scriptures. Esther A. De Boer, Ph.D., is the author of Mary Magdalene: Beyond the Myth.
Reviews"[Sheds] new light on the role and the spiritual importance of Mary Magdalene in the early Christian tradition."--Spirituality and Health magazine
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