The New Testament Apocrypha

The New Testament Apocrypha refers to a collection of early Christian writings from the second to the fourth century that are related to the Bible but not included in the official canon. These texts often offer different perspectives on Jesus, his teachings, and early Christian beliefs. While some were highly valued by certain Christian communities, they were eventually considered non-authoritative by mainstream churches. The Apocrypha provides valuable insight into the diversity of early Christian thought and practice, but they are generally regarded as historical or theological sources rather than scripture.