A "Lost Gospel" Says the SERPENT Was JESUS — Here's the Problem

Did the early Church reject writings that revealed a different Jesus? In this fascinating conversation with Alex O'Connor, historian Elaine Pagels explores the Gnostic Gospels, the secret teachings of Jesus, and ancient Christian writings that challenge familiar interpretations of the New Testament. Some of these texts present startling ideas about the resurrection, salvation, and even the identity of the serpent in the Garden of Eden. But do these writings reveal authentic teachings of Jesus, or do they represent alternative interpretations that emerged in early Christianity? In this episode of The Christian Take, we examine these claims from a Christian perspective, comparing them with Scripture and asking what they mean for the historical foundations of Christianity. Original interview: Alex O'Connor with Elaine Pagels — The Books Banned From the Bible: What Are the Gnostic Gospels? Original video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jExBkcB0RTs All original interview content is credited to its respective creators. Additional Christian analysis and commentary by The Christian Take. #Christianity #GnosticGospels #JesusChrist #Bible #Apologetics