Dead Sea Scrolls

The Dead Sea Scrolls are ancient manuscripts discovered between 1947 and 1956 near the Dead Sea, primarily in a site called Qumran. Dating from around 250 BCE to 68 CE, these scrolls include various texts, such as Hebrew Bible manuscripts, Jewish writings, and sectarian documents. They offer valuable insights into early Judaism, the origins of Christianity, and the historical context of the time. The scrolls are considered one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century, shedding light on religious beliefs, practices, and the preservation of texts in a tumultuous period of history.