The New Testament Apocrypha refers to a collection of early Christian writings that were not included in the canonical New Testament due to questions about their authenticity, authorship, or theological content. These texts offer valuable insights into early Christian thought, diversity, and the development of Christian doctrine, despite their non-canonical status.
The Muratorian Fragment is an ancient manuscript, dated to around the late 2nd century, that provides one of the earliest known lists of New Testament writings. It offers valuable insights into the formation of the Christian biblical canon, reflecting early church views on authoritative texts.