apokryysikirjat
Apokryysikirjat, often translated as apocryphal books, refers to a collection of ancient texts that are related to the Bible but are not considered canonical by most major Christian denominations. The term "apocrypha" itself comes from Greek and means "hidden things." These texts were typically written during the Second Temple period, roughly between the 5th century BCE and the 1st century CE.
The content of apocryphal books is diverse, often expanding on biblical narratives, providing moral instruction, or
The status of apocryphal books has varied throughout history. The Protestant Reformation led to their exclusion