Marcion’s Bible: A Scholarly Rendition of the Antitheses, Gospel, and Apostolos

For the first time, the lost Bible of Marcion—one of the most controversial and influential figures of early Christianity—is brought together in a single, accessible volume. In this groundbreaking work, M. David Litwa presents a fresh scholarly reconstruction of Marcion’s Antitheses, Gospel, and Apostolos, accompanied by clear translations, concise introductions, and illuminating notes. Drawing on the best available textual evidence and decades of critical scholarship, Litwa offers readers an unparalleled window into the second-century debates that helped shape the Christian canon. This volume is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the origins of the New Testament, the diversity of early Christianity, and the bold vision of the man who first dared to define a Christian Bible. Read more