Archeology of the Books of Samuel by Philippe Hugo, Adrian Schenker is a scholarly work that delves into the textual criticism and literary aspects of the biblical text found in the books of Samuel. The authors, Philippe Hugo and Adrian Schenker, explore the intersection of different textual traditions, such as the Masoretic Text (MT), the Septuagint (LXX), and the texts of the Qumran community.
The book aims to address various exegetical questions, including the existence of different literary editions, criteria for identifying literary variants, ideological and theological reasons behind textual modifications, and the possibility of establishing a relative chronology between editions. By studying the ancient history of the text, the authors embark on an archaeological journey, metaphorically speaking, to discover the foundations, modifications, restorations, and ruins of the textual edifice of the books of Samuel.
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This comprehensive exploration sheds new light on the final construction of the text and its theological significance. Through careful analysis of textual evidence and consideration of historical and literary contexts, the authors offer insights into the evolution and transmission of the biblical text in the books of Samuel.