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Why do you think there are so many similarities and connections between the Gospel of Thomas and 1 Corinthians?

Answered by . May 8, 2011 - 9:33 am 5

First of all, it’s worth saying that sometimes proposed similarities between the Gospel of Thomas (GTh) and the Bible are actually, in fact, not very similar. For example, I have seen the suggestion that there is a parallel between GTh 2 and 1 Corinthians 1:2: GTh 2 1 Cor. 1:3 Jesus said, “Let him who seeks […]

Should the Gospel of Thomas be included in the Bible?

Answered by . July 29, 2010 - 5:12 am 8

No. The Gospel of Thomas is not an accurate, genuine, inspired, trustworthy, or reliable record about the Lord Jesus. There are several pieces of evidence that demonstrate this: 1. Although the Gospel of Thomas uses themes and characters, etc., found in the Biblical texts, it also shares elements – themes, motifs, expressions and concerns – […]