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The commentary provides an in-depth analysis of the twelve ancient manuscripts of the Rules of the Community, crucial to understanding the organization and values of the movement linked to the Dead Sea Scrolls. It features a synoptic translation that highlights the unique aspects of each manuscript, particularly in light of the significant discoveries from Cave 4 in 1998. This work challenges previous interpretations based on the earlier Cave 1 manuscript, revealing insights into the practices and aspirations of a privileged sub-elite during the late Second Temple Period.
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The Community Rules from Qumran, Charlotte Hempel
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- 2020
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- Subtitle
- A Commentary
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Charlotte Hempel
- Publisher
- Mohr Siebeck
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 346
- ISBN13
- 9783161570261
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- The commentary provides an in-depth analysis of the twelve ancient manuscripts of the Rules of the Community, crucial to understanding the organization and values of the movement linked to the Dead Sea Scrolls. It features a synoptic translation that highlights the unique aspects of each manuscript, particularly in light of the significant discoveries from Cave 4 in 1998. This work challenges previous interpretations based on the earlier Cave 1 manuscript, revealing insights into the practices and aspirations of a privileged sub-elite during the late Second Temple Period.