Gospel of Peter

c. 2nd century AD · Early Christian Writings (Non-Canonical)

About this text

A fragmentary passion narrative featuring a speaking cross, a giant Jesus emerging from the tomb, and guards witnessing the resurrection.

Significance

Shows how early Christians retold and expanded the resurrection account.

Key excerpts

Excerpts forthcoming. The full text is available in the public-domain library.

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This text is one of 19 in the Early Christian Writings (Non-Canonical) category, and one of 62 across the entire library.