Matthew 15:16 preserves the shorter original reading, while later manuscripts added “Jesus” as a clarifying subject at a new paragraph break.
The Influence of the Caesarean Text-Type on the Gospel of Mark
The Caesarean text influenced the transmission of Mark most clearly in expansion, harmonization, and the spread of secondary readings.
Codex Washingtonianus and Its Mixed Text of the Gospels
Codex Washingtonianus preserves a mixed Gospel text, combining Alexandrian, Western, and Byzantine elements, and through its unique readings helps clarify the original wording of the Gospels.
Some Famous Majuscule Manuscripts of the New Testament
Examining Codices Vaticanus, Sinaiticus, Alexandrinus, and others, this article surveys the major majuscule manuscripts and their role in preserving the New Testament.
Codex Washingtonianus (W) the Four Gospels
Explore the Codex Washingtonianus: a gem in early Christian texts. Learn how the Gospels and Acts are presented in this ancient manuscript.

