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Which Version of Esther is the Original?
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December 3, 2024
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38:44Now PlayingIn this episode of FACTS, Dr. Stephen Boyce dives into the fascinating textual history of the Book of Esther. Was the original version the shorter Hebrew text or the longer Greek version found in the Septuagint? Exploring the use of the Greek version by early churches, including Clement of Rome, and Jerome’s struggle with it in the Latin Vulgate, Dr. Boyce examines the external manuscript evidence, internal textual details, and historical context. From debates over Haman’s ancestry to the name of the Persian king, this episode uncovers the complexities of Esther’s textual tradition and its significance for biblical scholarship and church history.
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