NORTH-East scholars can get their hands on a digital version of one of the world’s most important books.
A facsimile of the Codex Sinaiticus manuscript, a 1,600-year-old copy of the Bible in Greek, is being made available for study at the North East Learning Resources Centre, near Durham.
The original, currently on show at the British Museum, is the oldest surviving complete copy of the New Testament and the digital version has been created to make it more accessible.
Karenza Passmore, the Centre director, said: “It is an amazing piece of work and absolutely fabulous to look at. When you hold it, it is as if you are holding the original.
“The Codex Sinaiticus is the oldest copy we have of the complete New Testament and it is one of the most important books in the world. It helps us to see the Bible as a living document.”
It is available to view at the Centre, at Stonebridge, until Thursday, February 18. After that, viewing is by appointment. Email: enquiries@resourcescentreonline.co.uk
Dr David Bryan will give a free lecture about the book at the Religious Resources Centre, North Shields, on Wednesday, May 11, at 1pm.
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