
Lost Books of the Bible: Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha

What if the Bible had included books filled with angels, demons, and hidden secrets of creation? During the Second Temple period, some Jewish communities read a fascinating collection of texts that were ultimately excluded from the Hebrew Bible. In this eye-opening class, we’ll explore these forgotten works—mystical visions, dramatic origin stories, and cosmic battles between good and evil. Why were these books rejected? What do they reveal about early Jewish thought? Join us for a riveting journey into the Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha, where history, theology, and mystery collide.
Can’t make it to one or some of the live sessions? Register anyway! All paying students will receive a recording of the classes they missed. But join us in real time for as many classes as you can to engage with the teacher, ask questions, and be part of the conversation!

Rabbi Mark Goodman is the rabbi and cantor of Valley Beth Israel, where he has served since 2000. He teaches adult education at the Whizin Center for Continuing Education at AJU. He is currently working on his Doctorate in Jewish Studies.