Ancient Judeo-Christian Scriptures

 David Bentley Hart undertook this new translation of the New Testament in the spirit of “etsi doctrina non daretur,” “as if doctrine is not given.” Reproducing the texts’ often fragmentary formulations without augmentation or correction, he has produced a pitilessly literal translation, one that captures the texts’ impenetrability and u

The words of Jesus Christ are restored to their original poetic form in this extraordinary volume. Jesus Christ, whose teachings have been on the lips of millions for two millennia, is revealed here as one of the greatest poets of all time. What happened to deafen us to the poetic nature of his words?

The discovery of the Gospel of Thomas has created an immense flurry of curiosity and speculation. Is the text real? Are these the authentic words of Jesus? If they are, what does it all mean?

Yeshua says,

Come into being as you pass away.

This fully revised edition of the classic English translation offers an astonishing look into the organization, customs, and beliefs of the community at Qumran. Enhanced by previously unpublished material and a new preface, this will remain the authoritative translation of the Dead Sea Scrolls for years to come.