Description
1817 Edition of the Hebrew New Testament (2013 Reprint)
- Paperback — 2013
- Publisher: Bible Society
- Language: Hebrew
- Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches
Product Features:
- Reprint of the 1817 Hebrew New Testament
- Translated by members of the London Jewish Society
- Uses biblical Hebrew vocabulary
- Translated Old Testament quotations from the Greek Textus Receptus
Overview:
This fascinating volume is a 2013 reprint of the 1817 Hebrew New Testament, a unique translation project undertaken by the London Jewish Society. Aimed at a Hebrew-speaking audience, the translation sought to present the New Testament using vocabulary exclusively from the Hebrew Bible. This approach, while not without its challenges, offers a distinctive perspective on the Christian scriptures.
Interesting Facts:
- The original 1817 translation was the work of Reverend William Frey, assisted by Joseph Frey and other scholars.
- The translators relied on earlier Hebrew New Testament translations, such as those by Elias Hutter in the 16th century.
- This reprint includes an English introduction providing context for the translation.
Key Credits:
- Translated by William Frey, Joseph Frey, and others
- Published by the Bible Society (2013 reprint)