Ancient Syriac Manuscripts

Ancient Syriac manuscripts are handwritten copies of religious texts, literature, and historical writings produced by Syriac-speaking communities from the 1st century CE onwards. Syriac, a dialect of Aramaic, was a prominent language for Christian religious texts in the Middle East. These manuscripts, often crafted on parchment or papyrus, provide valuable insights into early Christian theology, liturgy, and culture. Preserved in monasteries, libraries, and archaeological sites, they are key to understanding the development of biblical interpretation and Syriac literature, and they continue to be studied by scholars for their linguistic, historical, and religious significance.