Apocrypha’ means ‘hidden’ in Greek, but it is often used to describe texts that are outside the official biblical canon.

The apostles were an odd conglomeration of men whom Jesus chose not for their intellects or influence but for their loyalty and ability to learn. There were numerous disciples, or students, but only ...

From a historical perspective, Christianity didn't start with Jesus' birth, his death or even his storied ascension to heaven. It started with Pentecost -- the day the "Holy Spirit" entered a room ...

Experts believe they have found the lost Roman city of Julias, formerly the village of Bethsaida, which was the home of Jesus’ apostles Peter, Andrew and Philip. Last month, archaeologists from the ...