THE HYMN OF THE SOUL

THE SYRIAC ACTS OF SAINT THOMAS

Bible — New Testament — Apocryphal books. Acts of Thomas
The "Acts of Thomas" is a third-century account of the Apostle Thomas's journey to India. The "Hymn of the Soul" (also known as the "Hymn of the Pearl") is a sophisticated Gnostic-style poem found within this work, telling the story of a prince who forgets his royal origin while on a quest for a pearl.

ANTHONY ASHLEY BEVAN, Master of Arts

original: "M.A." standing for Magister Artium.

A Fellow is a senior member and scholar of a college. Trinity College is one of the most prestigious constituent colleges of the University of Cambridge.

This was an ancient academic chair at the University of Cambridge, originally established in 1724 and funded by the Lord Almoner (the official in charge of distributing royal charity).

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