Yesterday, OTB noted a story about the Gospel of Judas about which I commented.
The CSM yesterday had a story on the topic, which dealt with some of the same issues I mentioned: Christian mavericks find affirmation in ancient heresies
many of early Christianity’s most steadfast figures rejected gnostic teachings as heresy - that is, false representations of Jesus’ life and of God’s nature. (Gnostic doctrines assert rival divine beings and emphasize salvation through secret knowledge.)
If anything, this is an appropriate topic for discussion, given that Christianity today commemorates Good Friday, the day Christ was crucified–the direct result of Judas’ betrayal.
Clarification: Of course, this is not to suggest that Judas bears the ultimate responsbility for the events in question.
Although, presumably, Judas was vital to carrying out the plan, no? Getting murdered and then resurrected was the point of the coming to Earth as a man concept, I thought.
Comment by James Joyner — Friday, April 14, 2024 @ 8:27 am
You know, I thought about this post after I left hte machine this morning along the lines you mention.
Judas was playing his part, and certainly, the ultimate responsibility was not his.
So, yes, you are correct.
Comment by Dr. Steven Taylor — Friday, April 14, 2024 @ 8:32 am