Table of Contents

1. Introduction; 2. The relationship between the extant Hebrew and Syriac texts; 3. The Peshitta and other versions; 4. Unity and diversity in the Peshitta; 5. The background of the Peshitta; 6. The establishment of the text.

Promotional Information

An introduction to the Syrian version of the Old Testament examining historical and philological origins.

Reviews

"Students of the Bible in its various versions, whether historic or contemporary, are deeply indebted to this author for this thorough introduction to an all-too-little-known version of the OT." Bible Editions and Versions