{ "item_title" : "The Gospel of Philip", "item_author" : [" Luis M. Reyes "], "item_description" : "The Gospel of Philip is one of the most enigmatic writings preserved in the Nag Hammadi Library, offering a remarkable window into early Christian theology, Valentinian traditions, sacramental practice, and the mystery of spiritual union. This critical English edition presents a complete translation of the surviving Coptic text of Nag Hammadi Codex II, Tractate 3, organized in 127 numbered sections and accompanied by extensive historical, theological, and philological studies. At the heart of the text are five mysteries: baptism, chrism, eucharist, redemption, and the Bridal Chamber (Nymphon). The edition explores how these rituals are connected with salvation, gnosis, resurrection, Genesis, the restoration of primordial unity, and the symbolic architecture of the Jerusalem Temple. Particular attention is given to the famous passage concerning Mary Magdalene and her designation as the Savior's koinonos (companion), as well as the damaged passage mentioning a kiss. Rather than relying on later popular interpretations, this edition examines the surviving manuscript evidence and the limits imposed by the physical lacuna. This edition includes: - Complete English translation of1- 127- Translation based directly on the Coptic text of Nag Hammadi Codex II- Historical introduction and manuscript history- Extensive Valentinian and Gnostic studies- Detailed philological commentary- Studies of baptism, chrism, eucharist, redemption, and the Bridal Chamber- Analysis of Mary Magdalene and the koinonos passage- Genesis, Adam, Eve, and the restoration of primordial unity- Studies of Christology, resurrection, symbolism, and eschatology- Comprehensive Valentinian glossary- Concordance of key Coptic and Greek terms- Academic bibliography and thematic index- Visual diagrams and reference material For readers interested in Gnosticism, Valentinian Christianity, early Christian history, Nag Hammadi manuscripts, Mary Magdalene studies, Coptic literature, biblical interpretation, and the history of Christian theology. ARCANA VETERA CODEX - The Nag Hammadi Library: Critical Editions", "item_img_path" : "https://covers2.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/9/79/817/486/9798174861145_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "13.95", "online_price" : "13.95", "our_price" : "13.95", "club_price" : "13.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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