Publisher's Synopsis
How The Codex Was Found is a book written by Agnes Smith Lewis, which narrates her two visits to Sinai in 1892 and 1893. The book is based on Mrs. Lewis's journals and describes her adventures in the monastery of St. Catherine, where she discovered the Codex Sinaiticus, one of the oldest surviving copies of the Christian Bible. The book details the challenges and obstacles that Mrs. Lewis faced during her visits to Sinai, including the harsh desert climate, the language barrier, and the conservative attitudes of the monks. She also describes the beauty and history of the region, including the ancient manuscripts and artifacts that she encountered. Throughout the book, Mrs. Lewis provides insights into the process of deciphering ancient texts and the importance of preserving historical documents. She also discusses the impact of her discovery on the field of biblical studies and the wider world of academia. Overall, How The Codex Was Found is a fascinating account of one woman's journey to uncover a piece of history that has had a profound impact on our understanding of the Bible and the early Christian church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
