The Massoretic, and Other Notes: Contained in the Edition of the Hebrew Scriptures; Translated and Explained (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Alfred Shenington Geden

9780483946293: The Massoretic, and Other Notes: Contained in the Edition of the Hebrew Scriptures; Translated and Explained (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 048394629X ISBN 13: 9780483946293

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

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Essential notes on the Massoretic Hebrew text for students of the Old Testament

This edition presents Alfred S.

Geden’s translation and concise explanations of the Massoretic notes that accompany the Hebrew Scriptures. It aims to help readers understand how the sacred text was preserved and transmitted, with practical notes on the traditional Masorah and its significance for study and accurate reading.

The book offers a compact guide to the subject, drawing on established Massorah material and pointing to where notes illuminate the text, its vowels, and its readings. It is designed for scholars and readers who want a clear, usable overview without needing deep prior knowledge.

Plain explanations of the Massorah’s purpose and its historical development
Guidance on consonants, vowels, signs, and how they affect reading
Discussion of key note types, such as the parva and magna forms
Practical notes that help with text-critical study of the Hebrew Bible

Ideal for readers seeking a practical introduction to Hebrew textual criticism and the Massorah, and for those using the Hebrew text edition published by the British and Foreign Bible Society.

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