A Manual of the Chaldee Language (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162608167)

A Manual of the Chaldee Language, written by Elias Riggs, is a comprehensive guide to learning the Chaldee language. Chaldee, also known as Aramaic, is an ancient language that was spoken in the Near East during biblical times. This book is intended for students who want to learn Chaldee from scratch or for those who have some knowledge of the language and want to improve their skills.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of Chaldee grammar and vocabulary. The first few chapters provide an introduction to the language, including its history, script, and pronunciation. The later chapters focus on more advanced topics such as verb conjugation, noun declension, and sentence structure.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers practice their skills. There are also helpful appendices that include a Chaldee-English glossary and a list of biblical passages in Chaldee.Overall, A Manual of the Chaldee Language is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning this ancient language. It is well-organized, easy to follow, and provides a thorough introduction to the grammar and vocabulary of Chaldee.1858. This work contains a Chaldee grammar, chiefly from the German of Professor G.B. Winer; a chrestomathy, consisting of selections from the Targums, and including notes on the Biblical Chaldee; and a vocabulary, adapted to the chrestomathy. With an appendix on the Rabbinic and Samaritan dialects.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Elias Riggs
ISBN-10: 1162608161
ISBN-13: 9781162608167
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 156
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.33d