Peshitta

The Peshitta is the authoritative Syriac translation of the Bible that developed in late antiquity and became the primary scriptural text for many Eastern Christian traditions. The term “Peshitta” means “simple” or “straightforward,” indicating a plain and accessible form of the text rather than a paraphrase. The Peshitta includes translations of the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament and reflects both Jewish and Christian textual traditions. It is an important witness for understanding how biblical texts were transmitted, interpreted, and used in Syriac-speaking communities.