This book delves into the fascinating world of the Massorah, a collection of critical and grammatical notes on the Hebrew text of the Old Testament. The Massorah, meaning "tradition," was developed by Jewish scholars, known as the Massoretes, over centuries to safeguard the sacred text from corruption and ensure its accurate transmission. The author provides a detailed account of the Massoretes' work, outlining the various types of notes they compiled, ranging from meticulous observations on consonants, vowels, and accents to the recording of variant readings and the counting of words and verses in each book. The book explores the historical context of the Massorah, tracing its origins and development from its earliest stages to the comprehensive commentaries that emerged later. It sheds light on the techniques employed by the Massoretes and the significance of their efforts in preserving the integrity of the Hebrew Scriptures. This book offers a valuable resource for students and scholars of the Old Testament, providing a comprehensive understanding of the Massoretic tradition and its enduring influence on the textual history of the Hebrew Bible.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of the Massorah, a collection of critical and grammatical notes on the Hebrew text of the Old Testament. The Massorah, meaning "tradition," was developed by Jewish scholars, known as the Massoretes, over centuries to safeguard the sacred text from corruption and ensure its accurate transmission. The author provides a detailed account of the Massoretes' work, outlining the various types of notes they compiled, ranging from meticulous observations on consonants, vowels, and accents to the recording of variant readings and the counting of words and verses in each book. The book explores the historical context of the Massorah, tracing its origins and development from its earliest stages to the comprehensive commentaries that emerged later. It sheds light on the techniques employed by the Massoretes and the significance of their efforts in preserving the integrity of the Hebrew Scriptures. This book offers a valuable resource for students and scholars of the Old Testament, providing a comprehensive understanding of the Massoretic tradition and its enduring influence on the textual history of the Hebrew Bible. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333293604_0
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