Many scholars suspect Smith forged the letter himself to support his theories about the "historical Jesus."
The letter is attributed to Clement of Alexandria (c. 150–215 AD). The Content: It addresses a group called the Carpocratians. Clement of Alexandria and a Secret Gospel of Mark
💡 While the "Secret Gospel" provides a fascinating glimpse into early Christian mysticism, its status as a "missing link" is stalled by the lack of a physical manuscript to test. If you'd like to dig deeper, let me know: Should I focus on the specific verses quoted in the letter? Many scholars suspect Smith forged the letter himself