An exploration of early abbreviations in New Testament manuscripts, showing how scribal shorthand contributed to, rather than threatened, textual stability.
Early Abbreviations and the Stability of the New Testament Text
Nomina Sacra and the Transmission of the Divine Name
A study of the nomina sacra system and how early Christian scribes used sacred abbreviations to transmit the Divine Name and preserve the New Testament text.
How Ancient New Testament Manuscripts Were Written: Materials, Hands, and Book Forms from Wax Tablets to Parchment Codices
Early Christians wrote on tablets, papyrus, parchment, and paper, using disciplined hands and codices to transmit the New Testament with precision.
New Testament Paleography: Materials, Tools, Book Forms, and Handwriting from the Earliest Christian Centuries
Early Christian books show disciplined hands, durable materials, and codex formats that anchored New Testament transmission from the 2nd to 5th centuries C.E.
Second and Third-Century Copyists of Alexandrian New Testament Manuscripts
Discover the role of professional scribes in preserving New Testament manuscripts from 2nd and 3rd century Egypt. Explore the features of Alexandrian manuscripts, textual criticism, and the work of scribes in producing important texts like Papyrus 75. Unlock the secrets of ancient scribes who meticulously preserved the New Testament manuscripts! Delve into the fascinating world of 2nd and 3rd century Egypt and learn about the intricate craftsmanship behind these treasured texts. Explore the accuracy and skill of professional scribes, and uncover the hidden story of Papyrus 75. Get ready to embark on a journey through history that will ignite your curiosity and deepen your appreciation for these priceless manuscripts. Don't miss out – start reading now!
BIBLE (NT): The Origin of the Nomina Sacra
In Christian scribal practice, nomina sacra (singular: nomen sacrum from Latin sacred name) is the abbreviation of several frequently occurring divine names or titles, especially in Greek manuscripts of Holy Scripture. This will be one of the most detailed, yet easy-to-understand articles on this important subject.
THE UNKNOWN GOSPEL: Egerton Papyrus 2
Dive into the Unknown Gospel - Egerton Papyrus 2. Explore the other sayings of Jesus and their impact on Christian faith and the text of the New Testament.
What Is the Staurogram From Early Church History? (c. 150-200 C.E.)
Learn about the Staurogram, a symbol used in early Christianity to represent the cross. Explore its significance in manuscripts and inscriptions, and its interpretation as a visual representation of the crucified Christ. Discover the importance of the cross in Christian theology and practice.
Newly Discovered Christian Letter Dating to about 230 A.D.
Egypt played a significant role in early Christianity. Not only was there a longstanding Jewish population in Egypt but early Christianity saw a significant number of Christians as well. Moreover, a family of Greek New Testament manuscripts came from Egypt as well, known as the Alexandrian family. These are the earliest known manuscripts and the... Continue Reading →
NTTC MATTHEW 1:1: The Gospel According to Matthew and the Nomina Sacra
Matthew: The Greek name rendered “Matthew” is likely a shortened form of the Hebrew name rendered “Mattithiah” (1 Chron. 15:18, 21; 25:3, 21), which means “Gift of Jah.” None of the four Gospel writers named themselves in their accounts, and titles were seemingly not part of the original text.
