The Text and Canon of the New Testament (Classic Reprint)

Alex Souter

ISBN 10: 1331061296 / ISBN 13: 9781331061298

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book discusses the history of the New Testament and textual variants found among its ancient texts. In the first part, the author provides a detailed account of early manuscripts, their physical characteristics, and the process of textual transmission. The second part focuses on the canon of the New Testament, exploring its formation and the varying views and practices of early church councils on the topic. The author presents the history of the New Testament as a fascinating journey, urging churchgoers to abandon their fascination with contemporary topics for a little while and engage with this critical area of foundational research. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781331061298_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Text and Canon of the New Testament (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331061296
• ISBN 13: 9781331061298
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christianity

About this title

Synopsis

Unlock the history behind the New Testament text and its many versions. This scholarly guide surveys the manuscript evidence, key editions, and major debates that shaped the biblical canon.

In clear, accessible language, the book traces how scholars study Greek manuscripts, Syriac versions, Latin texts, and patristic writings to understand how the New Testament text developed. It maps important editions, catalogs major manuscripts, and explains how modern researchers classify textual families and reconstruct early readings.

• Learn how different manuscripts and versions influence our sense of the original text


• Explore the major editions and critical works that shaped textual criticism


• See how scholars evaluate the Canon and the formation of early Christian writings


• Discover key figures and milestones in the study of the text

Ideal for readers seeking a grounded, historical view of the New Testament’s text, its transmission, and its reception within early Christianity.

About the Author

Alexander Souter (1873–1949) was born in Perth, Scotland. He was educated at the University of Aberdeen and the University of Cambridge. From 1903 to 1910, he served as Yates Professor of New Testament Greek and Exegesis at Mansfield College, Oxford. From 1911 to 1937 he served as Regius Professor of Humanities at the University of Aberdeen.