Sidnie White Crawford
Scholar of the Dead Sea Scrolls and author of Scribes and Scrolls at Qumran, appearing to explain the Qumran finds, their textual significance, and the ‘library’ interpretation of the scrolls.
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Sep 24, 2025 • 53min
Dead Sea Scrolls and Qumran: What We Know
Dr. Sidnie White Crawford, a leading scholar on the Dead Sea Scrolls, dives into the mysteries of Qumran. She discusses whether the scrolls were intentionally stored in caves or not, and reframes Qumran as an elite, non-public library. Crawford compares it to famed libraries like Alexandria, exploring its communal setup and unique archaeological features that suggest scribal activities. Plus, she highlights how these ancient texts influence our understanding of the Bible's development and how modern technologies are reshaping scroll studies.
