Egypt shaped the transmission of Old Testament manuscripts through scribal culture, papyrus, Alexandria, and preservation, but not textual authority.
The Textual Odyssey: Exploring the Egyptian Influence on Old Testament Manuscripts
Scriptoria and Writing Centers in the Early Christian Church: Evidence, Locations, and Scribal Practices Before Constantine
The article investigates early Christian scriptoria and writing centers, emphasizing their roles in preserving New Testament manuscripts, especially in Alexandria.
