Friday, February 2, 2024

The Didache: The Original Greek Text with Four English Translations

The Didache:  the Original Greek and Four Translations.

Okay, I admit that the reason I got this particular version was because I suspected somebody was quoting it wrong.

The word Didache comes from the Greek word related to doctrine, didactic, teaching.  Some believe that this short group of teachings was written by the original apostles.  Others says it was put together by the earliest students of the Twelve.

Either way, the Didache is a short summary of "the teachings" - and so it is named.

It also leans toward a "church order" (or "order of service") sort of book, and tells what the elements of worship ought to be.

This is a handy reference book, it has good information and it's short enough to memorize the whole things and you will see the teachings reflect Scripture.

I can tell you what the content is, but since it is so Scripture-bound, it's hard to rank.

Having four translations was good for the purpose I needed it for.


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