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The Bible’s Story of Survival
Manuscripts of the Hebrew Scriptures
The first list of the Old Testament manuscripts in Hebrew, made by Benjamin Kennicott (1776–1780) and published by Oxford, listed 615 manuscripts from libraries in England and on the Continent. Giovanni de Rossi (1784–1788) published a list of 731 manuscripts. The main manuscript discoveries in modern times are those of the Cairo Geniza (c. 1890)... Continue Reading →
EN-GEDI SCROLL: Scientists Can Finally Read One of the Oldest Biblical Texts Ever Discovered
Scientists have decoded an ancient scroll, revealing secrets from centuries past. Discover what they found in this historic breakthrough.
How Did Our Bible Manuscripts Survive the Elements?
Discover the incredible journey of ancient texts through time, facing natural challenges yet enduring.
How Effectively Did the Copyists of the Hebrew Scriptures Preserve God’s Word?
Discover the journey of the Hebrew Scriptures through time, exploring how copyists maintained their integrity.
Who Were the Masoretes and Why Are They So Important?
The Masoretes secured the Hebrew Bible by encoding vowels, accents, and precise marginal notes, preserving an ancient text with extraordinary fidelity.
How Should We Evaluate the Early Period of Copying the Hebrew Old Testament Manuscripts?
Discover the fascinating journey of how ancient Hebrew Old Testament texts were meticulously preserved through history.
HOW THE BIBLE SURVIVED Careless and Even Deceitful Bible Copyists?
Discover how the ancient texts of Scripture have been preserved despite challenges from copyists.
Why Should the Dead Sea Scrolls be of Interest to Us?
The Dead Sea Scrolls, discovered in 1947, provide evidence that the Hebrew Old Testament has remained relatively unchanged over the past 1,400 years. They also reveal variant readings in Hebrew Bible texts used during the Second Temple period. The scrolls offer valuable insights into the historical setting of Jesus' life and times. This discovery continues to inspire scholars and Bible students in the 21st century.
THE DEAD SEA SCROLLS: No Conspiracy, No Secret Scrolls
Contrary to the cover-up theorists, after the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, numerous publications were released over the years that made those first finds accessible to scholars worldwide.
