Alexandrian Textual Family

The Alexandrian Textual Family is a group of ancient Bible manuscripts that share similar characteristics and are believed to be among the earliest and most reliable copies of the New Testament. Named after the Egyptian city of Alexandria, these texts are often praised for their straightforward, concise language and fewer textual differences. Scholars consider the Alexandrian family to be a key source in establishing the original wording of the New Testament, as their manuscripts tend to be closer to the original writings compared to other textual traditions.