An Introduction to Biblical Aramaic (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780664234249)

The study of biblical Aramaic, an ancient Semitic language from which the Hebrew alphabet was derived, is necessary for understanding texts written during certain periods of early Jewish and Christian history and is especially important for the study of the books of Daniel and Ezra. This new textbook is a thorough guide to learning to read and translate biblical Aramaic and includes an introduction to the language, examples of texts for practice translations, and helpful comparison charts.

Author: Andreas Schuele
ISBN-10: 0664234240
ISBN-13: 9780664234249
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Language: English
Published: 09/03/2012
Pages: 158
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 10.90h x 8.40w x 0.40d