4/11 • Infancy Gospel of James / Book of James

4/11 • Infancy Gospel of James / Book of James Mary's parents, Joachim and Anna, and her childhood in the temple take center stage in this second-century Christian narrative. Usually dated to the latter half of that century, it expands the story leading up to Jesus' birth and places particular emphasis on Mary's purity. Spirit Nation has M. R. James's 1924 translation of the complete 25-chapter work, alongside separately identified editions. A useful place to explore traditions that became familiar far beyond this text. https://t.co/1QxBU28XA6