Tag: Ancient Writing

Textual Criticism

Explore the Fascinating World of Paleography

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Did you know that over 90% of medieval manuscripts remain unstudied? Hidden within these texts are stories, laws, and ideas that shaped civilizations. Unlocking them requires a unique skill: understanding the evolution of handwriting across centuries. The term “paleography” comes from Greek words meaning “old” and “to write.” This field deciphers ancient scripts, revealing how […]

Greek Septuagint

Discover the Secrets of Ancient Manuscripts

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Cambridge University Library’s holdings, comprising 1.3 million maps and over 40,000 atlases and cartography texts, highlight the profound significance of ancient manuscripts and historical documents. These artifacts are instrumental in deciphering our historical narrative and forecasting our future trajectory1. They encompass a diverse array of medieval texts, rare books, and antiquarian codices, each offering unique […]