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What Is the Bible?Bible Questions Answered
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Are there lost books of the Bible?
No. The Bible is complete; there are no “lost” books. Some may claim that certain ancient books that were long concealed rightly belong in the Bible.f However, the Bible contains its own internal measure of authenticity. (2 Timothy 1:13) Using this standard, Bible books that are inspired by God completely harmonize with one another. This cannot be said for all ancient writings that some individuals claim belong in the Bible.g
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What Is the Bible?Bible Questions Answered
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f These writings are collectively called the Apocrypha. According to the Encyclopædia Britannica, “in biblical literature, [this term refers to] works outside an accepted canon of scripture”—that is, outside the authoritative list of books belonging in the Bible.
g To learn more, see “Apocryphal Gospels—Hidden Truths About Jesus?”
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