The Gospel of Thomas 14

topic posted Mon, July 9, 2007 - 2:18 AM by  Mrc 		Share/Save/Bookmark
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14 1) Jesus said to them , "if you fast , you will bring sin upon yourself , 2) and if you pray , you will be condemned, 3) and if you give to charity , you will harm your spirits .

is this a false teaching .. ? or this is a hidden sayings .. ?
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    Re: The Gospel of Thomas 14

    Mon, July 9, 2007 - 6:27 AM
    from Jean-Yves Leloup's Gospel of Thomas:

    "The gospel of Thomas is addressed to people who are aware of certain religious practices but are in danger of complacency with regard to them, thinking that merely observing the practice is enough."

    "What good is it to fast, give alms, and pray, if the heart is not fully engaged in these acts, if the mind harbors hate or bitterness?."
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