Gnostic Scriptures, The: A New Translation with Annotations and Introductions (Layton)

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This definitive introduction to the gnostic scriptures provides a crucial look at the theology, religious atmosphere, and literary traditions of ancient Christianity and Hellenistic Judaism.

Endorsement:
“Layton renders some of the enigmatic literature of gnostic Christianity a bit less baffling, primarily for nonspecialists. The general introduction explains his selection of documents (classic gnostic scripture, writings of Valentinus and his followers, and related writings that display gnostic elements) and places them within the milieu of early Christian literature. Introductions to the individual translations explain content, literary background, characters (where appropriate), and textual information. Extensive introductory material, lucid translation, and plentiful annotations, all relatively free of jargon, make this a fine introduction to the thought and literature of Gnosticism. Recommended for academic libraries and for public libraries where there is interest.”—Craig W. Beard, Library Journal

The Gnostic Scriptures: A New Translation with Annotations and Introductions
• Series: Anchor Yale Bible Reference Library
• Author: Bentley Layton
• Publisher: Yale University Press (1995)