Okay Loren, I have a recommendation for you on a couple of must have books. These collections have many of the source materials for Biblical books and traditions. Another thing that I think is important, is that you understand the paradigm of the faith as I describe it to you, and many of the writings in this collection included explicit referances to the things I have told you about. Keeping my paradigm in mind as you read some of the accounts, such as the "Proto Gospel of Mary" and "The Testament of Abraham" you will find descriptions of things only those who knew, could describe.
These fine scholarly compilations will meet your highest standards and give you a lot of enjoyment and enlightenment on the roots of the faith.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0385096305/peterkirby
I can't imagine anyone trully understanding the faith without a comprehension of these writings.
