Matthew 16:2b–3a is a secondary interpolation, added to clarify Jesus’ reply and influenced by Luke 12:54–56 rather than written by Matthew.
Matthew 16:2b–3a and the Secondary Red Sky Saying in the Manuscript Tradition
The Role of Origen in New Testament Textual Criticism
Origen’s massive citations and explicit notice of variant readings make him a central patristic witness, best used alongside early manuscripts.
Exploring the Hexapla: Origen’s Contribution to Old Testament Textual Criticism
Origen’s Hexapla compared Hebrew and Greek witnesses, marking differences transparently and shaping the discipline of Old Testament textual criticism.
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.
