Christian Syriac literature

Christian Syriac literature is a body of religious writings produced by early Christian communities in the Syriac language, a dialect of Aramaic. It includes biblical translations, theological texts, hymns, liturgical works, and historical writings from the 2nd century onward. These texts played a key role in spreading Christianity in the Middle East and preserving theological ideas unique to Syriac-speaking Christians, such as the Church of the East and Syriac Orthodox traditions. Their literature provides valuable insights into early Christian theology, practices, and cultural history, and remains influential in the study of Eastern Christianity.