Codex Sinaiticus

At a glance

History, context & interpretation

What this document is

One of the oldest complete manuscripts of the Greek Bible, including the New Testament. Scribal product; reflects earlier anonymous or traditional authorship of the underlying books.

Dating and civilization

Codex Sinaiticus is catalogued under Christian / Greek and is dated 4th c. CE. Its recorded category is Biblical Manuscript, associated with Greek.

Where to investigate

Leaves divided between British Library (London), Leipzig University Library, National Library of Russia (St. Petersburg), and St. Catherine’s Monastery (Sinai, Egypt)

Connected traditions

This entry connects to Ra (Re), An (Anu), Thor. Follow the linked deity profiles to compare stories and roles.

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Sources and further reading

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Codex_Sinaiticus

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