An Introduction to Syriac Studies (Third Edition)

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Focusing on the foundational aspects of Syriac studies, this introduction highlights its significance across various fields such as Biblical studies and Near Eastern history. It provides an overview of Syriac literature's history and situates Syriac within the broader context of Aramaic dialects. Essential research tools are discussed, including grammars, dictionaries, and bibliographical resources. An appendix clarifies the relationships among different Churches of the Syriac tradition and their place within the wider Christian context, addressing the terminology used to describe them.