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The volume assembles translations of early Christian gospels and epistles excluded from standard New Testament editions, accompanied by a polemical preface arguing these texts were suppressed and urging private judgment. It presents infancy narratives about the birth and upbringing of Mary, assorted apocryphal acts and letters attributed to apostles and disciples, and pastoral and visionary writings such as the Hermas material and Polycarp correspondence. Each text appears with historical notes and variant readings, aiming to restore neglected passages and invite readers to compare them with canonical scripture. The collection balances narrative infancy tales, doctrinal letters, and devotional visions, offering alternative perspectives on early Christian belief and practice.

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William Wake

William Wake was an English theologian and scholar known for his significant contributions to the study of early Christian texts. His most notable work, "The Suppressed Gospels and Epistles of the Original New Testament of Jesus the Christ," presents a collection of early Christian writings that were not included in the canonical New Testament. This multi-volume series explores various apocryphal texts, shedding light on the diverse beliefs and practices of early Christianity. Wake's scholarship has played a crucial role in the understanding of Christian origins and the historical context of these writings.

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