Publisher's Synopsis
""A Short History Of The Hebrew Text Of The Old Testament"" is a book written by Thomas Hunter Weir in 1899. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Hebrew text of the Old Testament, including its various versions and translations. The author discusses the origin and development of the Hebrew Bible, the role of the Masoretes in preserving the text, and the various controversies surrounding the text over the centuries. Weir also examines the different approaches to textual criticism, including the methods used by the ancient Jewish scribes and the modern scholars. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of biblical studies, as well as for anyone interested in the history of the Hebrew text of the Old Testament.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.