The Apostate Apostle Part 1 of Chapter 1 of Judas Iscariot by Ogden Kraut.

Judas Iscariot

by

Ogden Kraut

1980

PREFACE

Judas Iscariot left one of the most significant, if not notorious, names ever known among men. His was not only a famous name, but a name that carried a meaning. To the generations that have followed, his name has been spoken of with contempt; it is used as an adjective to describe treason, treachery, or betrayal.

From among the ranks of the humble and meek, he rose to the exalted position of apostle to the promised Messiah. Yet, from such an aspiring height, he fell to become the most despicable and despised man among the Christian people. Throughout the scriptures wherever the name “Judas” appears, the word “betrayer” almost always accompanies it. And to this day the name of “Judas” is applied more to describe a traitor or betrayer than it does to the man known as Judas Iscariot.

The life of Judas is of historical significance, as well as a most interesting and important study. The example of his life and the attributes of his character are an important study for all who would understand the nature of the controversy between Christ and the devil. As the seeds of a righteous faith grow into positive works of righteous action–so, too, the seeds of evil spring forth into the weeds of wickedness. When men choose to reject the light of truth, they must stumble and fall into the pitfall of darkness. Such occurred in the life of the Apostle Judas Iscariot.

The biography of his life stands as a firm warning to all who would undertake to live a Godly life, lest they, too, should stumble and become subjected to the spirit and powers that drove Judas to destruction.