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The Apocryphal Jesus - The Cult of Mary

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Overview

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Explore the evolution of Mary's role in Christianity through a comprehensive examination of canonical gospels and early Christian apocrypha. Delve into key texts to uncover insights about Jesus' mother, her relationships with disciples, and her unique status among New Testament figures. Analyze how Mary's portrayal progresses from the Gospel of Mark to later apocryphal writings, including the Proto-Gospel of James and The Questions of Bartholomew. Discover the theological implications of Mary's ascension to sainthood, her depiction as a transcendent figure, and her eventual incorporation into official Catholic doctrine. Gain a deeper understanding of Mary's special place in Christianity and how her worship has become a point of division between Catholics and Protestants.

Syllabus

The Worship of Mary Divides Catholics and Protestants
Mary Achieves Sainthood in the Apocryphal Texts
Mary in The Gospel of Mark
Mary in the Gospel of John
Mary in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke
The Meanings Behind Mary in the New Testament
Mary in the Proto-Gospel of James
Apocryphal Texts Shroud Mary´s Identity
Mary and Peter Argue in The Questions of Bartholomew
Mary´s Body is Transported to the Heavens
Depiction of Mary as Transcendent
Mary as Saint in Six Books Dormition of Apocryphon
Mary Becomes Part of Official Catholic Doctrine

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Wondrium

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