Publisher's Synopsis
The New Biblical Papyrus presents a Sahidic Coptic version of Deuteronomy, Jonah, and Acts of the Apostles, sourced from Manuscript Oriental 7594 of the British Museum. This publication, originally from 1913, offers valuable insights into early biblical texts and their transmission. The book includes detailed notes and a collation by Herbert Thompson, making it an essential resource for scholars of Coptic language, biblical studies, and textual criticism.
This edition provides access to primary source material crucial for understanding the development of biblical texts in the Coptic tradition. Researchers and students alike will benefit from Thompson's meticulous work, which sheds light on the linguistic and historical context of these important scriptural passages.
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