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"Lost Bible: The Shepherd of Hermas" explores one of the most popular early Christian texts that ultimately didn't make it into the New Testament canon. This lecture will examine the unique form of The Shepherd of Hermas, comparing it to other early Christian texts and delving into its surprising theology, including its unusual Christology and non-Trinitarian ideas of the Godhead. We'll explore its historical context in Rome, its authorship, and why it was so widely read, including its potential origin of the "shoulder angel" convention. Discover what this "lost Bible" reveals about the rich and often diverse landscape of early Christianity.