Nubian Hymn to the Cross

This fragmentary text is a discourse that recounts a moment when Jesus, seated on the Mount of Olives, reveals profound mysteries about the Cross to his apostles. Peter requests understanding of the Cross's significance, leading to Jesus's teachings on its power as a source of hope, resurrection, and guidance for believers. The Cross is portrayed as essential for the faithful, providing comfort, redemption, and a promise of eternal life. The text concludes with a blessing and a dedication to the Cross, underscoring its central role in Christian faith and the assurance of salvation. It stands among the handful of surviving works from the literature of the now defunct Nubian church.