This text provides a detailed analysis of the Syriac version of the Book of Revelation, focusing on its linguistic and theological features within the context of the Peshitta Bible tradition. It explores the historical development of the Syriac text, noting its later inclusion in the Peshitta after initial omissions, and examines its unique linguistic characteristics, such as transliterations of Greek terms and the use of Syriac idioms. The analysis further investigates the theological interpretations and liturgical uses of Revelation within Syriac Christianity, highlighting its impact on Syriac eschatological literature. Finally, the text discusses the text's significance for modern biblical scholarship, emphasizing its value for textual criticism, understanding Semitic influences on Revelation's Greek text, and studying ecumenical developments.

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The Syriac Feast of Epiphany, known as Denḥo (ܕܰܢܚܳܐ), is a significant celebration in the liturgical calendar of the Syriac Christian tradition. The word Denḥo means "manifestation" or "shining forth" in Syriac, reflecting the feast's focus on the revelation of Christ's divinity. It commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River by John the Baptist, an event seen as a manifestation of the Holy Trinity and the beginning of Jesus' public ministry.

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The Syriac Apocalypse of Daniel, a seventh-century Syriac Christian text, is a retelling of the biblical Book of Daniel's story with added legendary elements and apocalyptic visions. Preserved in a single manuscript, it was edited and translated into English by Matthias Henze in 2001, making it accessible to scholars. The text's two main sections detail Daniel's historical experiences and his visionary prophecies about the end times, including the Antichrist and the Second Coming. Reflecting the socio-political anxieties of its era, it offers a generalized portrayal of the cosmic struggle between good and evil, likely aimed at monastic communities. Its significance lies in its illustration of the vibrant apocalyptic tradition within early Syriac Christianity.

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