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I think the author is very open to religious perspectives and wanted to view judas through Gnostic teachings.Michgal 32 wrote: ↑03 May 2019, 03:42 What do you think could be the author's inspiration in writing this book?
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I have not encountered the works f Dan Brown before but I guess now that I have seen his name here, I might as well dig deeper to see what he had to say too.
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Cecilia_L wrote: ↑03 May 2019, 21:26 I also got the impression that the author was inspired by Gnostic beliefs. I once heard a very thought-provoking sermon suggesting how Judas's life would have differed if had waited three days rather than acting on impulses. I feel compassion for Judas, but I don't agree he was the Savior.
The idea of Judas becoming the savior sounds ridiculous. I mean where would such a teaching be emanating from. Apart from Jesus, there is no other savior in the Bible. Judas role was betrayal not salvation.
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I appreciate an honestly intrigued opinion which does not centre on Gnoticism.sri varshini303041 wrote: ↑04 May 2019, 01:11 The book holds some controversial theories but, I believe everyone should be given the chance to voice their opinions. There are always several perceptions of religious ideas and figures. Judas's character had so many good qualities but he was judged only by his grave mistake and his greed for wealth. Maybe, it was his destiny to betray Jesus, and we must accept that man's destiny has God's participation. I also must express, that I am not really convinced by the Gnostic theories present in this book.
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Thank you.Ferdinand_otieno wrote: ↑04 May 2019, 01:15I appreciate an honestly intrigued opinion which does not centre on Gnoticism.sri varshini303041 wrote: ↑04 May 2019, 01:11 The book holds some controversial theories but, I believe everyone should be given the chance to voice their opinions. There are always several perceptions of religious ideas and figures. Judas's character had so many good qualities but he was judged only by his grave mistake and his greed for wealth. Maybe, it was his destiny to betray Jesus, and we must accept that man's destiny has God's participation. I also must express, that I am not really convinced by the Gnostic theories present in this book.
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Your welcome, and thanks for participating.sri varshini303041 wrote: ↑04 May 2019, 01:20Thank you.Ferdinand_otieno wrote: ↑04 May 2019, 01:15I appreciate an honestly intrigued opinion which does not centre on Gnoticism.sri varshini303041 wrote: ↑04 May 2019, 01:11 The book holds some controversial theories but, I believe everyone should be given the chance to voice their opinions. There are always several perceptions of religious ideas and figures. Judas's character had so many good qualities but he was judged only by his grave mistake and his greed for wealth. Maybe, it was his destiny to betray Jesus, and we must accept that man's destiny has God's participation. I also must express, that I am not really convinced by the Gnostic theories present in this book.
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I am no to be compared to Dan Brown. I hate that! He writes fiction. I'm interested in explaining in the best way possible what is really happening with the ancient texts and what the Church did.