The Masoretic Text

The Masoretic Text is the authoritative Hebrew version of the Jewish Bible (Tanakh), compiled and preserved by Jewish scholars called the Masoretes between the 6th and 10th centuries CE. It includes careful notations on pronunciation, spelling, and other details to ensure accurate transmission of the text. This version serves as the primary foundation for many Jewish and Christian Old Testament translations. The Masoretic Text is valued for its precision and scholarly rigor, helping to preserve the original language and meaning of the scriptures over centuries.