The Forgotten Books Of Eden - IslamicBlessings

MCHAP.XXXVGod leaves one righteous man of Enoch's tribe with his whole house, who did God's pleasureaccording to his will153CHAP.XXXVIGod commanded Enoch to live on earth thirty days, to give instruction to his sons and to hischildren's children. After thirty days he was again taken on to heaven154CHAP.XXXVIIHere God summons an angel154CHAP.XXXVIIIMathusal continued to have hope and to await his father Enoch at his couch day and night154CHAP.XXXIXEnoch's pitiful admonition to his sons with weeping and great lamentation, as he spoke to them155CHAP.XLEnoch admonishes his children truly of all things from the Lord's lips, how he saw and heard andwrote down156CHAP.XLIOf how Enoch lamented Adam's sin157CHAP.XLIIOf how Enoch saw the key-holders and guards of the gates of hell standing157CHAP.XLIIIEnoch shows his children how he measured and wrote out God's judgements157CHAP.XLIVEnoch instructs his sons, that they revile not the face of man, small or great158CHAP.XLVGod shows how he doesn’t want from men sacrifices, nor burnt-offerings, but pure & contrite hearts158CHAP.XLVIOf how an earthly ruler does not accept from man abominable and unclean gifts, then how muchmore does God abominate unclean gifts, but sends them away with wrath and does not accept his gifts 159

NCHAP.XLVIIEnoch instructs his sons from God's lips, and hands them the handwriting of this book159CHAP.XLVIIIOf the sun's passage along the seven circles160CHAP.XLIXEnoch instructs his sons not to swear either by heaven or earth, and shows God's promise, evenin the mother's womb161CHAP.LOf how none born on earth can remain hidden nor his work remain concealed, but he (sc. God)bids us be meek, to endure attack and insult, and not to offend widows and orphans161CHAP.LIEnoch instructs his sons, that they hide not treasures in the earth, but bids them give alms to thepoor162CHAP.LIIGod instructs his faithful. how they are to praise his name (Also Curses )162CHAP.LIIILet us not say: 'Our father is before God, he will stand forward for us on the day of judgement,'for there father cannot help son, nor yet son father163CHAP.LIVEnoch instructs his sons, that they should hand the books to others also164CHAP.LVHere Enoch shows his sons, telling them with tears: 'My children, the hour has approached forme to go up on to heaven; behold, the angels are standing before me164CHAP.LVIMethosalam asks of his father blessing165CHAP.LVIIEnoch bade his son Methosalam. to summon all his brethrenCHAP.LVIII165

OEnoch's instruction to his sons165CHAP.LIXEnoch instructs his sons wherefore they may not touch beef because of what comes from it 166CHAP.LXHe who does injury to soul of man, does injury to his own soul, and there is no cure for his flesh,nor pardon for all time. How it is not fitting to kill man neither by weapon nor by tongue167CHAP.LXIEnoch instructs his sons to keep themselves from injustice and often to stretch forth hands to thepoor, to give a share of their labours167CHAP.LXIIOf how it is fitting to bring one's gift with faith, because there is no repentance after death168CHAP.LXIIIOf how not to despise the poor, but to share with them equally, lest thou be murmured againstbefore God168CHAP.LXIVOf how the Lord calls up Enoch, and people took counsel to go and kiss him at the place calledAchuzan168CHAP.LXVOf Enoch's instruction of his sons169CHAP.LXVIEnoch instructs his sons and all the elders of the people, how they are to walk with terror andtrembling before the Lord, and serve him alone and not bow down to idols, but to God, whocreated heaven and earth and. every creature, and to his image170CHAP.LXVIIThe Lord let out darkness on to earth and covered the people and Enoch, and he was taken upon high, and light came again in the heaven171CHAP.LXVIIIENOCH was born on the sixth day of the month Tsivan171

PThe Psalms of Solomon172CHAP.IThey became insolent in their prosperity173CHAP.IIThe desecration of Jerusalem; captivity, murder, and raping. A psalm of utter despair173CHAP.IIIRighteousness versus Sin176CHAP.IVA conversation of Solomon with the Men-pleasers177CHAP.VA statement of the philosophy of the indestructibility of matter. One of the tenets of modernphysics178CHAP.VIA song of hope and fearlessness and peace179CHAP.VIIThe fine old doctrine--"Thou art our Shield180CHAP.VIIISome remarkable similes of war creeping on Jerusalem. A survey of the sins that brought all thistrouble181CHAP.IXThe exile of the tribes of Israel. A reference to the covenant which God made with Adam. (Seethe First Book of Adam and Eve, Chap. III, Verse 7).183CHAP.XA glorious hymn. Further reference to the eternal covenant between God and Man184CHAP.XIJerusalem hears a trumpet and stands on tiptoe to see her children returning from the North,East and West.184

QCHAP.XIIAn appeal for family tranquility and peace and quiet at home185CHAP.XIIIOf Solomon. A Psalm. Comfort for the righteous185CHAP.XIVSinners "love the brief day spent in companionship with their sin." Profound wisdom, beautifullyexpressed186CHAP.XVThe psalmist restates the great philosophy of Right and Wrong187CHAP.XVIThe psalmist again expresses profound truth--"For if Thou givest not strength, who can endurechastisement?"188CHAP.XVIIThey set a worldly monarchy . . . . they lay waste the Throne of David!' A poetic narrative aboutthe utter disintegration of a great nation189CHAP.XVIIIWith this psalm end the warlike Songs of Solomon192The Odes of SolomonODE.1 and ODE.2193ODE.3194ODE.4194ODE.5 This Ode has strangely appeared in a speech by Salome in another ancient work calledthe Pistis Sophia195ODE.6 First century universalism is revealed in an interesting way in verse 10196ODE.7 A wonderfully, simple and joyful psalm on the Incarnation197

RODE.8 Note the sudden transition from the person of the Psalmist to the person of the Lord (v.10). This is like the canonical Psalter in style ( Right hand of Lord, He’s Your Helper 200) 199ODE.9 We shall never know surely whether the wars referred to here are spiritual or actualoutward wars201ODE.10 A vigorous little Ode in which Christ Himself is the speaker202ODE.11 A beautiful sketch of Paradise regained and the blessedness of those who havereturned to the privileges of the fallen Adam202ODE.12 An exceptionally high level of spiritual thought204ODE.13 A strange little Ode205ODE.14 This Ode is as beautiful in style as the canonical Psalter205ODE.15 One of the loveliest Odes in this unusual collection206ODE.16 The beauty of God's creation206ODE.17 A peculiar change of personality, scarcely realized until the return from it in the lastverse208ODE.18 A man who had a spiritual experience brings a message209ODE.19 Fantastic and not in harmony with the other Odes. The reference to a painless VirginBirth is notable210ODE.20 A mixture of ethics and mysticism; of the golden rule and the tree of life211ODE.21 A remarkable explanation of the "coats of skin" in the third chapter of Genesis211ODE.22 Like the Psalms of David in their exultation because of freedom212ODE.23 The reference to the sealed document sent by God is one of the great mysteries of thecollection213ODE.24 The mention of the Dove refers to a lost Gospel to which there are rare references inancient writings214ODE.25 Back again to personal experience ( Thy Face )215

SODE.26 Remarkable praise216ODE.27 The human body makes a cross when a man stands erect in prayer with armsoutstretched217ODE.28 This Ode is a musical gem217ODE.29 Again reminiscent of the Psalms, of David218ODE.30 An invitation to the thirsty219ODE.31 A song that Marcus Aurelius might have known when he said "Be like the promontoryagainst which the waves continually break220ODE.32 Joy and light221ODE.33 A virgin stands and proclaims (v. 5)221ODE.34 True poetry--pure and simple222ODE.35 "No cradled child more softly lies than I: come soon, eternity"222ODE.36 Theologians have never agreed on an explanation of this perplexing Ode ( Son ofMan, Son of God and face of Lord )223ODE.37 An elementary Ode224ODE.38 A beautiful description of the power of truth224ODE.39 One of the few allusions to events in the Gospels--that of our Lord walking on the Seaof Galilee225ODE.40 A song of praise without equal226ODE.41 We discover that the writer may be a Gentile (v. 8) ( from another race am I TheMessiah is the truly One .He was known before the foundation of this world )227ODE.42 The Odes of Solomon, the Son of David, are ended with the following exquisite verses228The Letter of AristeasCHAP.I230

TAt the time of the Jewish Captivity in Egypt, Ptolemy Philadelphus reveals himself as the firstgreat bibliophile. He desires to have all the books in the world in his library; in order to get theLaws of Moses he offers to trade 100,000 captives for that work exclaiming, "It is a small boonindeed!"231Illustrations:AHIKAR ANSWERS PHARAOH'S RIDDLE237UDAH REVEALS THE STORY OF HIS LIFE238CHAP.IIShowing how the most careful records were kept of affairs of state. Government RedTape. A committee of six is appointed to go to the High Priest in Jerusalem and arrange for theexchange. Aristeas is put in charge of the delegation239CHAP.IIIIn which is described the most exquisite and beautiful table ever produced. Also other rich gifts,Interesting in the light of recent excavations in Egypt244CHAP.IVVivid details of the sacrifice. The unerring accuracy of the priests is notable. A savage orgy. Adescription of the temple and its water-works (twelve stones. tiara inimitable turban)249CHAP.VA description of the city and the countryside. Compare Verse 11 with conditions of today. Verses89-41 reveal how the ancients estimate a scholar and a gentleman253CHAP.VIExplanations of the customs of the people showing what is meant by the word, "Unclean." Theessence and origin of the "God-Belief." Verses 48-44 give a picturesque description of theDivinity of physiology258"which are cloven-footed and chew the cud"262CHAP.VIIThe arrival of the envoys with the manuscript of the precious book and gifts. Preparations for aroyal banquet. The host immediately upon being seated at table entertains his guests withquestions and answers. Some sage comments on sociology265CHAP.VIIIMore questions and answers. Note Verse 20 with its reference to flying through the air written in150 B. C.268

UCHAP.IXVerse 8 epitomizes the value of knowledge. Verse 28, parental affection. Note especially thequestion in Verse 26 and the answer. Also note the question in Verse 47 and the answer. This issage advice for business men275since there were two more than seventy281CHAP.XThe questions and answers continue. Showing how the army officers ought to be selected. Whatman is worthy of admiration and other problems of daily life as true today as 2000 years p. 172ago. Verses 15-17 are notable for recommending the theatre. Verses 2i-22 describe the wisdomof electing a president or having a kingCHAP.XIFor a comment on ancient stenography, see Verse 7. The translation is submitted for approval285and accepted as read, and (Verse 23) a rising vote of approval is taken and unanimously carriedFourth Book of MaccabeesCHAP.IAn outline of philosophy from ancient times concerning Inspired Reason. Civilization has neverachieved higher thought. A discussion of "Repressions." Verse 48 sums up the whole Philosophyof mankind290CHAP.IIThe ruling of Desire and Anger. The story of David's thirst. Stirring chapters of ancient history.Savage attempts to make the Jews eat swine. Interesting references to an ancient bank (Verse21)295CHAP.IIIEleazar, the gentle spirited old man, shows such fortitude that even as we read these words2000 years later, they seem like an inextinguishable fire301CHAP.IVThis so called "Age of Reason" may in this chapter read that the Philosophy of Reason is 2000years old. The story of seven sons and their mother303CHAP.V

VA chapter of horror and torture revealing ancient tyranny at its utmost savagery. Verse 26 isprofound truth306CHAP.VIBrotherly bonds and a mother's love312CHAP.VIIA comparison of a mother's and father's affections, in this chapter are some mountain peaks ofeloquence316CHAP.VIIIThe famous "Athletes of Righteousness." Here ends the story of courage called the Fourth Bookof Maccabees320The Story of AhikarCHAP.IAhikar, Grand Vizier of Assyria, has 60 wives but is fated to have no son. Therefore he adoptshis nephew. He crams him full of wisdom and knowledge more than of bread and water324CHAP.IIA "Poor Richard's Almanac" of ancient days. Immortal precepts of human conduct concerningmoney, women, dress, business, friends. Especially interesting proverbs are found in Verses 12,17, 23, 37, 45, 47. Compare Verse 63 with some of the cynicism of today327CHAP.IIIAhikar retires from active participation in affairs of state. He turns over his possessions to histreacherous nephew. Here is the amazing story of how a thankless profligate turns forgerer. Aclever plot to entangle Ahikar results in his being condemned to death. Apparently the end of333AhikarCHAP.IV"The Riddles of the Sphinx." What really happened to Ahikar. His return339CHAP.VThe letter of the "riddles" is shown to Ahikar. The boys on the eagles. The first "airplane" ride. Offto Egypt. Ahikar, being a man of wisdom also has a sense of humor. (Verse 27)342Illustration : JOSEPH'S PREDICAMENT344

WCHAP.VIThe ruse succeeds. Ahikar answers every question of Pharaoh. The boys on the eagles are theclimax of the day. Wit, so rarely found in the ancient Scriptures, is revealed in Verses 34-45349CHAP.VIIThe parables of Ahikar in which he completes his nephews education. Striking similes. Ahikarcalls the boy picturesque names. Here ends the story of Ahikar353The Testaments of the Twelve PatriarchsTestament of ReubenCHAP.IReuben, the first-born son of Jacob and Leah. The man of experience counsels againstfornication and points out the ways in. which men are most apt to fall into error359CHAP.IIReuben continues with his experiences and his good advice362Testament of SimeonCHAP.ISimeon, the second son of Jacob and Leah. The strong man. He becomes jealous of Joseph andis an instigator of the plot against Joseph365CHAP.IIReuben counsels his hearers against envy367CHAP.IIIIA prophecy of the coming of the Messiah368

XTestament of LeviCHAP.ILevi, the third son of Jacob and Leah. A mystic and dreamer of dreams, a prophet370CHAP.IILevi urges piety and education372CHAP.IIILevi has visions and shows what rewards are in store for the righteous373CHAP.IVLevi shows how wisdom survives destruction. He has no use for scornful people377CHAP.VHe prophesies the coming of the Messiah. This was written 100 years before Christ380The Testament of JudahCHAP.IJudah, the fourth son of Jacob and Leah. He is the giant, athlete, warrior; he recounts heroicdeeds. He runs so fast that he can outstrip a hind383CHAP.IIJudah describes some archeological findings, a city with walls of Iron and gates of brass. He hasan encounter with an adventuress386CHAP.IIIHe counsels against wine and lust as twin evils. "For he who is drunken reverenceth no man."(Verse 13)389CHAP.IVJudah makes a vivid simile concerning tyranny and a dire prophecy concerning the morals of hislisteners393The Testament of IssacharCHAP.I

YIssachar, the fifth son of Jacob and Leah. The sinless child of hire for mandrakes. He appeals forsimplicity396CHAP.II399I drank not wine, to be led astray thereby ( P 400 )The Testament of ZebulunCHAP.IZebulun, the sixth son of Jacob and Leah. The inventor and philanthropist., What he learned as aresult of the plot against Joseph400CHAP.IIHe urges human sympathy and understanding of one's fellow men403The Testament of DanCHAP.IThe seventh son of Jacob and Bilhah. The jealous one. He counsels against anger saying that "itgiveth peculiar vision." This is a notable thesis on anger406CHAP.IIA prophecy of the sins, captivity, plagues, and ultimate restitution of the nation. They still talk ofEden (See Verse 18). Verse 23 is remarkable in the light of prophecy409The Testament of NaphtaliCHAP.INaphtali, the eighth son of Jacob and Bilhah. The Runner. A lesson in physiology411CHAP.IIHe makes a plea for orderly living. Notable for their eternal wisdom are Verses 27-40The Testament Of GadCHAP.I414

ZGad, the ninth son of Jacob and Zilpah. Shepherd and strong man but a murderer at heart. Verse25 is a notable definition of hatred417CHAP.IIGad exhorts his listeners against hatred showing how it has brought him into so much trouble.Verses 8-11 are memorable420The Testament of AsherCHAP.IAsher, the tenth son of Jacob and Zilpah. An explanation of dual personality. The first Jekyll andHyde story. For a statement of the Law of Compensation that Emerson would have enjoyed, seeVerse 27422The Testament of JosephCHAP.IJoseph, the eleventh son of Jacob and Rachel, the beautiful and beloved. His struggle againstthe Egyptian temptress426CHAP.IIJoseph is the victim of many plots by the wicked ingenuity of the Memphian woman. For aninteresting prophetic parable, see Verses 73-74432The Testament of BenjaminCHAP.IBenjamin, the twelfth son of Jacob and Rachel, the baby of the family, turns philosopher andphilanthropist438CHAP.IIVerse 3 contains a striking example of the homeliness--yet vividness of the figures of speech ofthese ancient ndex.htm 12th Nov 2006, SundayNote: This book has been printed for Personal and Research purposesonly. Muhammad Nasiruddin Arif Nov 12th 2006, Sunday.

iThe Forgotten Books of Edenedited by Rutherford H. Platt, Jr.[1926, copyright not renewed]This is a popularized translation of the OT pseudepigrapha, quasiBiblical writings which never achieved canonical status (or inclusion inany of the official Apocrypha). This isn't to say that these documents areforgeries, just that for one reason or another they were not consideredpart of the Biblical text by the first millenium (C.E.) compilers. Thisbook contains translations of all of the texts found in volume I of theweighty Oxford University Press Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha,without any of the apparatus.THE FORGOTTEN BOOKS OF EDENedited by Rutherford H. Platt, Jr.New York, N.Y.; Alpha House[1926]Scanned at sacred-texts.com, April 2004. John Bruno Hare, redactor. This text isin the public domain. These files may be used for any non-commercial purpose,provided this notice of attribution is left intact.

iiTHEORDER OF ALL THE BOOKSOFTHE FORGOTTENBOOKS OF EDENPageThe First Book of Adam and Eve3The Second Book of Adam and Eve60The Secrets of Enoch81The Psalms of Solomon105The Odes of Solomon120The Letter of Aristeas140The Fourth Book of Maccabees177The Story of Ahikar198The Testament of n244Dan247Naphtali250Gad254Asher257Joseph259

iiiBenjamin266ILLUSTRATIONSFacsimile of Actual Page of OriginalGutenberg BibleFacing p. 70The First SunriseFacing p. 70Ahikar Answers Pharaoh's RiddleFacing p.144Judah Reveals the Story of His LifeFacing p.144Joseph's PredicamentFaci

The First Book of Adam and Eve The Conflict of Adam and Eve with Satan 1 BOOK I CHAP. I 3 The crystal sea. God commands Adam, expelled from Eden, to dwell in the Cave of Treasures CHAP. II Adam and Eve faint upon leavi