Mandaean John the Baptist Teachings Gelbert Lofts Edn 2017 HC English New sealed

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A substantial English-language edition of The Teachings of the Mandaean John the Baptist, based on the old Aramaic manuscript of Drasha d-Yahya. This edition is described by the publisher as complete and unabridged, and includes material of importance for the study of Mandaeism, John the Baptist, Gnosticism and early religious traditions.

The publisher describes this work as the first English translation of its kind. It includes the original Mandaic script written by Lidzbarski, together with a comprehensive introduction, footnotes, explanations and commentaries.

An important title for readers and collectors interested in Mandaean religion, sacred texts, Aramaic literature, comparative religion, John the Baptist and Gnostic studies.


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