This collection of more than 300 sayings reveals spiritual truths that resonate across religious boundaries. Some are familiar; many are surprising; all expand our conventional understanding of the scope and essence of Jesus's original teachings.
"Marvelous.... Will provide spiritual seekers, committed Christians and academic scholars [insight into] sayings attributed to Jesus that they may not know existed. A valuable sourcebook and significant contribution to the study of the history of Christian ideas."
-Stevan Davies, professor of religious studies, College Misericordia and author of The Gospel of Thomas: Annotated & Explained
"A fascinating kaleidoscope of 'other takes' on Jesus from early Christianity's closest religious neighbors."
-Cynthia Bourgeault, author of Encountering the Wisdom Jesus
"An invaluable contribution to historical Jesus research.... Insightful, even-handed and refreshingly succinct ... an essential collection."
-Rev. Jeffrey J. Bütz, author of The Brother of Jesus and the Lost Teachings of Christianity
"Compelling and enlightening.... Allows us to hear the wisdom that was Jesus."
-Rabbi Rami Shapiro, author of The Sacred Art of Lovingkindness: Preparing to Practice
"If the gospels represent the tip [of Jesus's sayings], Andrew Phillip Smith has provided the rest of the iceberg. Here is proof that [Jesus's] voice has never fallen silent."
-Robert M. Price, professor of scriptural studies, Johnnie Colemon Theological Seminary
"Excellent ... an invaluable aid in our endeavor to hear [Jesus's] authentic voice."
-Ron Miller, author of The Hidden Gospel of Matthew: Annotated & Explained