A Plain Introduction to the Criticism of the New Testament, Vol. II. by Scrivener

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Author Scrivener, Frederick Henry Ambrose, 1813-1891
Title A Plain Introduction to the Criticism of the New Testament, Vol. II.
Note Reading ease score: 46.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Summary "A Plain Introduction to the Criticism of the New Testament, Vol. II" by Frederick Henry Ambrose Scrivener is a scholarly work focused on biblical textual criticism, likely written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as an academic resource designed for biblical students and delves into the history, various versions, and critical evaluation of the New Testament texts. Its content addresses topics such as ancient translations, citations by early ecclesiastical writers, and the evolution of the text over centuries. At the start of the book, the author introduces the essential premise that no extant manuscript of the Greek New Testament predates the fourth century, while translations like the Syriac and Latin versions may date back to the second century. Scrivener explores how earlier versions provide crucial insights into the text of the New Testament used by primitive Christians and discusses the significance of these translations in textual criticism. He notes the variations among manuscripts and asserts the importance of consulting versions alongside manuscript evidence to achieve a more accurate understanding of biblical texts. The opening sets a scholarly tone, establishing both the challenges and the essential nature of such critical studies for theological scholarship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
Subject Bible. New Testament -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.
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EBook-No. 36549
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 17, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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