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This Gnostic text, likely written in the 2nd century AD, turns the story on its head. Far from a demon, is presented as the only disciple who truly understood Jesus. According to this gospel, Jesus asked Judas to betray him as an act of obedience, freeing Jesus’ soul from his physical body. Instead of a traitor, Judas becomes the most trusted confidant, the one strong enough to endure the hatred of history so that the world could be saved.
The legacy of is a cautionary tale about the power of a name. It is the ultimate label for a friend who becomes a foe. Yet, the modern world has shown moments of nuance.
Their reply is a shrug: “That is your responsibility.”
Matthew 27 records it with brutal economy. Judas sees that Jesus is condemned. He is seized with remorse. He returns the thirty pieces to the chief priests. “I have sinned,” he says, “for I have betrayed innocent blood.”
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This Gnostic text, likely written in the 2nd century AD, turns the story on its head. Far from a demon, is presented as the only disciple who truly understood Jesus. According to this gospel, Jesus asked Judas to betray him as an act of obedience, freeing Jesus’ soul from his physical body. Instead of a traitor, Judas becomes the most trusted confidant, the one strong enough to endure the hatred of history so that the world could be saved.
The legacy of is a cautionary tale about the power of a name. It is the ultimate label for a friend who becomes a foe. Yet, the modern world has shown moments of nuance. This Gnostic text, likely written in the 2nd
Their reply is a shrug: “That is your responsibility.” Instead of a traitor, Judas becomes the most
Matthew 27 records it with brutal economy. Judas sees that Jesus is condemned. He is seized with remorse. He returns the thirty pieces to the chief priests. “I have sinned,” he says, “for I have betrayed innocent blood.” Yet, the modern world has shown moments of nuance
