Dead Sea Scrolls

The Dead Sea Scrolls are a collection of ancient Jewish texts discovered in the Qumran Caves near the Dead Sea. They represent a significant find for biblical scholarship, providing insights into Jewish religious life during the Second Temple period.

The scrolls include various biblical texts, as well as non-biblical works such as commentaries, sectarian rules, and prayers.

Their discovery has shed light on the development of Jewish religious thought and practice, and their textual variations have contributed to a deeper understanding of the biblical canon.

The Dead Sea Scrolls continue to be studied and analyzed, offering valuable information about the history and culture of ancient Judaism.