"Marvin W. Meyer" was a scholar of religion and a tenured professor at Chapman University, in Orange, California.

He was the Griset Professor of Bible and Christian Studies at Chapman University and Director of the Albert Schweitzer Institute. He was also Director of the Coptic Magical Texts Project of the Institute for Antiquity and Christianity. Dr. Meyer authored numerous books and articles on Greco-Roman and Christian religions in antiquity and late antiquity, and on Albert Schweitzer's ethic of reverence for life. He had been interviewed on television programs that aired on ABC, BBC, CNN, PBS, A&E, the Discovery Channel, the History Channel, and the National Geographic Channel.

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Hopefully, this will give us more reason to continue that discussion ... and to determine what might be the enduring legacy of Judas.

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The New Testament hints that Judas was bigger than his actions. This new text offers a different way to think about Jesus. It indicates the rich and vibrant diversity of early belief. But it's not saying anything new.

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[Judas is] the one who handed over his friend. He's the one who brought about the crucifixion, and he's the one who is damned for all time.

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It's a striking contrast with the negative portrayal of Judas as the quintessential traitor. The figure of Judas is often portrayed as the evil Jewish person who turned Jesus in to be killed.

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Already, in the New Testament, there are more than a few hints that Judas was an esteemed and important part of the disciples, a member of the inner circle.

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The Gospel of Judas highlights the diversity of expression in the early Christian movement.

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Maybe if Judas can be 'rehabilitated,' then perhaps some of those old issues could be set aside.

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