The term "Apocrypha" often conjures a sense of mystery, representing a body of ancient writings that reside outside the official canon of religious texts yet hold profound insights and intricate narratives. Derived from the Greek word apokryphos, meaning "hidden" or "obscured," these texts provide unique perspectives on the beliefs, values, and spiritual explorations of early religious communities.
The question of why darkness, evil, and contradiction exist has haunted seekers in every age. If the Source is pure light, why is our world so thick with mixture, confusion, and pain?
Sacred books carry light, but they are not immune to human handling. Those who read them casually rarely face any tension. Those who read them seriously eventually encounter differences, rough edges, and apparent contradictions.
The real question is not: “Are there problems in texts?”
The real question is: How do we approach them without losing reason, peace, or moral clarity?