In this pivotal English translation of Hermann Guthe’s 1883 German work, Fragmente einer Lederhandschrift enthaltend Mose’s letzte Rede an die Kinder Israel (Leipzig: Druck und Verlag von Brietkopf & Härtel, 1883) readers are presented with a fascinating academic exploration of the Shapira fragments—sixteen leather strips that have intrigued scholars and historians alike. Guthe’s week-long examination of these fragments, believed to contain Moses’ last address to the Children of Israel, stands as the only contemporary academic report from the 19th century on their authenticity. This work gains renewed significance in light of recent scholarly debates sparked by publications such as The Moses Scroll and Idan Dershowitz’s The Valediction of Moses.
Guthe’s meticulous analysis provides invaluable insights into the historical and textual puzzles surrounding these ancient manuscripts. This book is an essential read for anyone captivated by biblical archaeology, ancient texts, and the enduring mysteries of religious history. It offers a detailed examination of the Shapira fragments and places them within the broader context of biblical and archaeological scholarship.
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