Experience the ancient Coptic version of the Book of Job in clear English, as presented in this edition.
This landmark work makes a late antique translation accessible, pairing the Coptic text with the Arabic where available. Edited by Henry Tattam, it offers a careful, literal English rendering aimed at faithfully conveying the original sense.
The edition explains how the Coptic Version was crafted from earlier Greek sources and printed from manuscripts in parallel columns. It includes Tattam’s notes and margins where minor errors remain, and it dedicates the volume to scholars and readers who value historical biblical texts. The book seeks to preserve the Coptic church’s use of this translation for future study and worship.
- Dual-language format with Coptic and Arabic alongside the English rendering
- Editorial notes and margin remarks for transparency about the text
- Historical context on the creation and value of the Coptic Bible version
- A faithful English translation that speaks to the sense of the original
Ideal for readers of biblical history, classic translations, and those curious about the reception of Job in ancient Christian communities.