Introduction to Aramean and Syriac studies
Subtitle: a manual
By: by Arman Akopian
Series: Gorgias handbooks; Gorgias handbooks
Publisher: Gorgias Press LLC
Published: 2017
Place of publication: Piscataway, NJ
Language: eng
Number of pages: 559
ISBN-13: 9781463207380
Copyright date: 2017
Subjects: Aramaic language; History; Syriac language
Work titles: Arameagitutʻyan ev asoragitutʻyan neratsutʻyun
Description: Originally published in Armeanian, this comprehensive introduction to Aramean and Syriac studies provides a gateway to the history, language, culture, and religion of the Aramean/Syriac people from ancient times, through to the modern day. Special attention is given to such topics as translation and literary activity of the Syriacs, their missionary zeal and role as an intercultural medium, denominational fragmentation, and identity issues. The book is intended for the students of Oriental and Semitic studies but will be of value to anyone interested in the history and culture heritage of the Christian Orient. --
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.