THEO 206 Study Guide - Ancient Greek Philosophy, Gnosis, Theogony

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Judas encountered from the proto-orthodox form of christianity. (lesson 5-slide) Some definitions syncretism = a blending of different religious doctrines and practices proto-orthodox = those who defined what should be correct belief. The gnostics (this is from shaping christianity_ch5-77-100) lesson. The gospel is associated with gnosticism because of the esoteric nature of its information. It was not written by judas, but it tries to give a better understanding of the nature of the relationship between jesus and judas and the betrayal. In this gospel jesus is perceived as a revealer of the secret knowledge about god. For metaphysical reasons, the sethian gnostics authors of this text maintained that judas acted as he did in order that mankind might be redeemed by the death of jesus" mortal body. For this reason, they regarded judas as worthy of gratitude and praise and not be considered the traditional betrayer".

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