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About 145 AD, the Revelation of Peter was written. The book has only survived in two partial manuscripts, plus quotes in many other writings. The book was popular for some time, but was ultimately rejected by Christians. It was still being read in some churches during the fifth century.
The author, who claims to be Peter, gives a very detailed and vivid description of the torments of the people in Hell. While often stating that these torments are for all eternity, the book states twice that someday everyone in Hell will be released, because all of them will have repented.
The book is important for showing that the doctrine of consciousness after death was widely accepted during the second century.
The author, who claims to be Peter, gives a very detailed and vivid description of the torments of the people in Hell. While often stating that these torments are for all eternity, the book states twice that someday everyone in Hell will be released, because all of them will have repented.
The book is important for showing that the doctrine of consciousness after death was widely accepted during the second century.
