Morton Smith created the entire thing as an academic prank or to stir controversy.
Some experts argue the Greek used matches Clement’s unique vocabulary perfectly, making a forgery difficult. Clement of Alexandria and a Secret Gospel of Mark
Clement of Alexandria and the Secret Gospel of Mark remain one of the most controversial topics in biblical archaeology and church history. The Discovery Morton Smith created the entire thing as an
It mentions a "more spiritual" version of the Gospel of Mark. The Discovery It mentions a "more spiritual" version
The letter was a "pious fraud" written in the 2nd or 3rd century to trick rival Christian groups.
The letter is attributed to Clement of Alexandria (c. 150–215 AD). The Content: It addresses a group called the Carpocratians.
The letter quotes two passages, including a story of Jesus raising a young man from the dead (similar to Lazarus). The Controversy