40 And the heads of the two reached as far as heaven, but that of the one being led by them reached beyond the heavens. (GPE) 41 And they heard a voice from the heavens, saying, "Have you proclaimed to those who sleep?" (GPE) 42 And a response was heard from the cross: "Yes!" (GPE)
Gospel of Peter 1:40–42
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