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October 15, 2025Novum Testamentum

The History of Codex Alexandrinus

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MMMina MonierUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria

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Overview

Analysis reveals Coptic roots and Melkite ownership of Codex Alexandrinus, suggesting Egyptian influences.

Key Points

  • Codex Alexandrinus likely originated in Egypt, contradicting previous beliefs regarding its Constantinople ties.
  • New evidence from waqf statements indicates distinct differences between Coptic and Constantinople codices.
  • The study examines Arabic paratexts, indicating early ownership by Melkites in Egypt before its transfer to England.
  • Findings suggest deeper Coptic influences in the New Testament canon, inviting further research on its text types.

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Mina Monier (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68efbd16d61273c8652d810bhttps://doi.org/10.1163/15685365-bja10103
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