Étude 1 sur 4 · La recherche des manuscrits

  1. Étude 1 : La recherche des manuscrits
  2. Étude 2 : Les manuscrits de la Mer Morte
  3. Étude 3 : Les écrits du Nouveau Testament et la traduction
  4. Étude 4 : Quel est l’intérêt d’une révision par rapport à une traduction ?

History of the Bible

  • BIB005 The Search for Manuscripts

    The article explores biblical codices, key manuscripts in the preservation of the biblical texts. It reviews important examples of codices, their impact on the transmission of the Scriptures, and the absence of historical information about the earliest manuscripts.

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    Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

  • BIB006 The Dead Sea Scrolls

    The article details the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls near Qumran. Found by a Bedouin in the 1940s, these scrolls revolutionized the understanding of biblical texts. Their release was delayed for political and technical reasons, but these manuscripts shed unique light on ancient texts.

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    Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

  • BIB007 The Writings of the New Testament and Their Translation

    The article deals with the origin and translation of the writings of the New Testament. It examines the Greek manuscripts and various critical editions, as well as their importance for the accuracy of modern translations.

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    Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

Historical notes

  • INF075 What is the value of a revision compared with a translation?

    This article explains the advantages of a revision over a new Bible translation. A revision ensures continuity for familiar readers, improves accuracy thanks to new manuscript discoveries, adapts the text to modern linguistic change, reduces costs and preserves the authority of the original version. It is a balanced approach combining tradition and modernity.

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    Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

Further reading