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Texts, Documents, and Chiefly From Manuscripts in the Bodleian and Other Oxford Libraries, Vol. 12 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

W. E. Crum

 
9781331124276: Texts, Documents, and Chiefly From Manuscripts in the Bodleian and Other Oxford Libraries, Vol. 12 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover early Christian voices from the sands of Egypt in this scholarly collection.

This volume gathers theological texts from Coptic papyri, offering translated passages, critical notes, and a careful presentation of manuscripts preserved in Bodleian and other Oxford libraries. It centers on Pachomius’ life, with an appendix exploring Arabic and Coptic versions, providing context for researchers and readers interested in early monastic literature.

Edited with meticulous attention to textual detail, the edition presents readings, lacunae, and the challenges of fragmentary manuscripts. It combines philological notes with face-to-face access to the manuscripts, including facsimiles and a navigable structure that helps map the material to its historical setting. The aim is to help readers understand the transmission and interpretation of these texts across languages and centuries.

  • Original Coptic papyri alongside translations and scholarly apparatus
  • In-depth notes on manuscript condition, dating, and textual variants
  • Appendices outlining Arabic and Coptic versions of Pachomius’ life
  • Facsimiles and cross-referenced contents for scholarly study

Ideal for students and enthusiasts of early Christian literature, Coptic studies, and manuscript history.

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