The Commentaries of Isho-dad of Merv, Bishop of Hadatha (c. 850 A.D.)


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The twin sisters Agnes Lewis (1843–1926) and Margaret Gibson (1843–1920) were pioneering biblical scholars who became experts in a number of ancient languages. Travelling widely in the Middle East, they made several significant discoveries, including one of the earliest manuscripts of the four gospels in Syriac, a dialect of Aramaic, the language probably spoken by Jesus himself. Originally published in the Horae Semitica series, this fascicule contains the text of an Assyrian bishop's biblical commentary. Considered by some to be the father of the Eastern Church, Isho'dad of Merv produced detailed discussions of most books of the Bible in the ninth century. This two-part volume, first published in 1916, is a detailed discussion of the Epistles of Paul drawn from many ancient sources. Translated into English and edited by Margaret Gibson, this is a valuable resource for theologians by a key figure in Eastern Christianity.

























The Commentaries of Isho'dad of Merv in Syriac and English; Volume 2


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In this classic work, Ishodad of Merv provides a detailed commentary on the books of the Old and New Testaments, drawing upon his extensive knowledge of the Syriac language and culture. Written in both Syriac and English, this book offers valuable insights into the meaning and significance of these ancient texts and their relevance for contemporary readers. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of biblical interpretation and the role of language and culture in shaping our understanding of Scripture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.




The Commentaries Of Isho'Dad Of Merv, Bishop Of Hadatha (C. 850 A.D.) In Syriac And English (Volume I)


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