Barnabus
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The Epistle of Barnabas, an early Christian text, is traditionally attributed to Barnabas, the companion of the apostle Paul mentioned in the New Testament. However, most scholars agree that this attribution is pseudonymous, as the letter's content and style suggest it was written by an unknown Christian author in the late 1st or early 2nd century AD.
The epistle focuses on interpreting the Old Testament allegorically, arguing that its true meaning points to Christ and the Christian faith, while also addressing ethical instruction and the rejection of Jewish practices.
The use of Barnabas's name likely served to lend authority to the text, though its true author remains a mystery. The work provides valuable insight into early Christian thought and the evolving relationship between Christianity and Judaism.