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The Septuagint (c. 3rd century BCE to 2nd century BCE): This is the ancient Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible. The name "Septuagint" comes from the Latin word for seventy (septuaginta), referring to the tradition that seventy (or seventy-two) Jewish scholars translated the Torah into Greek for the Jewish community in Egypt.
The Council of Jamnia (c. 90 CE): This is a council of Jewish scholars that is traditionally believed to have been held in Jamnia (now known as Yavneh) in Palestine. It is thought that this council may have played a role in the finalization of the Jewish canon, although the exact nature and outcomes of this council are debated among scholars.
The Muratorian Canon (c. 170 CE): This is the oldest known list of New Testament books, which includes the four Gospels, Acts, and most of the epistles. It was discovered in the 18th century in a Latin manuscript from the 7th century.
The Council of Nicea (325 CE): While the council did not directly alter the biblical text, it was a significant event in Christian history where the early church fathers discussed and agreed upon the canonicity of the New Testament books.
The Council of Trent (1545-1563): This council, which was a response to the Protestant Reformation, affirmed the authority of the Vulgate (the Latin translation of the Bible) and declared the canon of the Old and New Testaments.
The King James Version (1611): This influential English translation of the Bible was commissioned by King James I of England. It is based on earlier translations and was revised by a committee of scholars, resulting in a new English version.
The Revised Standard Version (1952): This translation of the Bible was an update of the American Standard Version of 1901. It aimed to be a readable and reliable text, reflecting the latest in biblical scholarship.
The Septuagint (c. 3rd century BCE to 2nd century BCE): The Septuagint is not just a single translation but a collection of translations of the Hebrew Bible into Greek. It was a product of the Hellenistic period when Greek was the common language of the eastern Mediterranean. The Septuagint was used by the Jewish diaspora and later by early Christians. Its influence on the New Testament is significant, as many of the Old Testament quotations in the New Testament are from the Septuagint rather than the original Hebrew.
The Council of Jamnia (c. 90 CE): The Council of Jamnia is traditionally associated with the finalization of the Jewish canon, but the evidence for this is not conclusive. The council is believed to have been a gathering of Jewish scholars to discuss various issues, including the canon of the Hebrew Scriptures. However, the exact decisions made and the impact of the council on the biblical canon are subjects of scholarly debate.
The Muratorian Canon (c. 170 CE): The Muratorian Canon is a fragmentary list of New Testament books discovered in the 18th century in a Latin manuscript from the 7th century. It is one of the oldest surviving documents that gives a list of books considered authoritative by the early church. The canon includes the four Gospels, Acts, and most of the epistles, but it does not include the Book of Revelation or the Pastoral Epistles (1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus).
The Council of Nicea (325 CE): The Council of Nicea was a gathering of bishops convened by the Roman Emperor Constantine to address the Arian controversy and establish the doctrine of the Trinity. While the council did not directly alter the biblical text, it did set the stage for the development of the New Testament canon by affirming the use of the Gospels and other writings in the Christian faith.
The Council of Trent (1545-1563): The Council of Trent was a response to the Protestant Reformation and aimed to clarify and reinforce Roman Catholic doctrine. It affirmed the authority of the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible, and declared the canon of the Old and New Testaments. The council also addressed issues of biblical interpretation and the role of tradition in understanding scripture.
The King James Version (1611): The King James Version (KJV) is an English translation of the Bible commissioned by King James I of England. It was produced by a committee of 54 scholars and is based on earlier translations, particularly the Bishops' Bible of 1568. The KJV is known for its beautiful language and has had a profound influence on English literature and culture.
The Revised Standard Version (1952): The Revised Standard Version (RSV) is an English translation of the Bible that was an update of the American Standard Version of 1901. It aimed to be a readable and reliable text, reflecting the latest in biblical scholarship. The RSV is notable for its use of gender-inclusive language and its attempt to balance literal accuracy with readability.
The Dead Sea Scrolls (1947-1956): The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls in the Qumran caves near the Dead Sea was a groundbreaking event in biblical studies. The scrolls include the oldest known manuscripts of the Hebrew Bible, dating from the 3rd century BCE to the 1st century CE. They provide insight into the text of the Hebrew Bible and the diversity of Jewish religious practices and beliefs at the time of Jesus.
The Codex Sinaiticus (4th century): Discovered in the 19th century at the Monastery of Saint Catherine on Mount Sinai, the Codex Sinaiticus is one of the oldest complete manuscripts of the Bible. It contains the Old and New Testaments in Greek, as well as the Apocrypha. The codex is significant for its age and for the light it sheds on the text of the New Testament.
The Codex Vaticanus (4th century): The Codex Vaticanus, housed in the Vatican Library, is another important early manuscript of the Greek Bible. It contains the Old and New Testaments and is one of the oldest and most complete manuscripts of the Septuagint.
The Council of Laodicea (c. 363 CE): This council is known for several canons that helped shape the early Christian church, including one that forbade the reading of the Book of Hebrews, the Book of Revelation, and the Fourth Gospel (John) in the liturgy, suggesting that the canonicity of these books was still being debated at that time.
The Synod of Hippo (393 CE): This council, under the leadership of Bishop Augustine, affirmed the canon of the Old and New Testaments for the first time in a general council. The list of books recognized as canonical at this council is very similar to the modern Catholic canon.
The Council of Carthage (397 CE): This council, also under the influence of Bishop Augustine, confirmed the canon of the Bible as it is now recognized by the Catholic Church.
The Council of Florence (1439-1445): This council, which aimed to reconcile the Eastern Orthodox Church with the Roman Catholic Church, confirmed the same canon of the Bible as had been established by the Council of Trent.
The Geneva Bible (1560): This English translation of the Bible was the first to use verse numbers and was widely used during the Protestant Reformation. It was influential in the development of the King James Version.
The Authorized King James Version (1611): This translation, commissioned by King James I of England, was created by a committee of 54 scholars and is known for its literary quality and its influence on English literature.
The Revised Version (1881-1885): This English translation was a revision of the King James Version, undertaken by an international team of scholars. It aimed to address some of the perceived deficiencies of the KJV, such as archaic language and translation errors.
The American Standard Version (1901): This was the first major American English translation of the Bible, based on the Revised Version but with some modifications. It was widely used in American Protestant churches.
The Jerusalem Bible (1966): This Catholic translation of the Bible was the first major English translation to be based on the original Hebrew and Greek texts rather than the Vulgate. It was influential in the development of the New American Bible.
The New Revised Standard Version (1989): This translation of the Bible is an update of the Revised Standard Version. It includes gender-inclusive language and reflects the latest in biblical scholarship.
The Dead Sea Scrolls Continued Discovery (1947-1956): The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, which continued until 1956, provided scholars with the oldest known manuscripts of the Hebrew Bible, dating from the 3rd century BCE to the 1st century CE. These manuscripts have shed light on the text of the Hebrew Bible and the development of Judaism around the time of Jesus.
The Codex Sinaiticus (1844): The Codex Sinaiticus, discovered by Constantin von Tischendorf at the Monastery of Saint Catherine on Mount Sinai, is one of the oldest complete manuscripts of the Bible, dating from the 4th century. It contains the Old and New Testaments in Greek, as well as the Apocrypha.
The Codex Vaticanus (1452): The Codex Vaticanus, which was already in the Vatican Library by the 15th century, is another important early manuscript of the Greek Bible. It contains the Old and New Testaments and is one of the oldest and most complete manuscripts of the Septuagint.