Publisher's Synopsis
The Targum To Canticles: According To Six Yemen Manuscripts is a book written by Raphael Hai Melamed. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Targum, which is a translation of the Hebrew Bible into Aramaic. Specifically, it focuses on the Targum to the biblical book of Canticles, also known as the Song of Solomon.The author has examined six different manuscripts of the Targum, all of which were discovered in Yemen. He provides a comprehensive analysis of each manuscript, including a comparison of their similarities and differences. The book also includes a translation of the Targum into English, making it accessible to a wider audience.In addition to the analysis of the manuscripts, the book also explores the cultural and historical context in which the Targum was written. The author provides insights into the religious and social beliefs of the Jewish community in Yemen during the time the manuscripts were created.Overall, The Targum To Canticles: According To Six Yemen Manuscripts is a valuable resource for scholars and students of biblical studies, as well as anyone interested in the history and culture of the Jewish community in Yemen.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.
