Discover the Hebrew text of a classic apocryphal work with expert notes and a handy glossary.
This edition presents the Hebrew text of Ecclesiasticus (Wisdom of Jesus, son of Sira) with brief notes and a selected glossary, highlighting how the text was transmitted and read in ancient manuscripts. It offers insight into how editors reconstruct the original language and how translations relate to Greek and Syriac versions.
This edition frames the history and linguistic choices behind the text, drawing on several manuscripts and marginal glosses. It explains the challenges of reading ancient Hebrew, notes transmission variants, and discusses the role of the glossaries in understanding meaning and usage. The result is a focused, scholarly resource that keeps the language clear for study and reference.
- Hebrew text of Ecclesiasticus accompanied by brief editorial notes
- A curated glossary to aid meaning and vocabulary
- Discussion of manuscript witnesses and transmission history
- Context for how the text fits between Biblical and rabbinical literature
Ideal for readers of biblical and Jewish studies, textual criticism, and advanced Hebrew learners who want a solid, reference-ready edition.