A Muslim family risked their lives to save two ancient Christian texts from destruction by the Islamic State in Iraq.
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Oldest Surviving Copy of the Old Testament Recognized as World Treasure
The oldest surviving copy of the Hebrew Bible has been officially recognized by the United Nations Educations, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as a world treasure.
Torah Scroll Which Was Confiscated by Nazis in Process of Restoration
An old Torah scroll is currently undergoing a restoration process to bring it back to its original condition.
Hobby Lobby under Investigation for Illegally Importing Ancient Biblical Artifacts
The owners of Hobby Lobby are under investigation for allegedly bringing ancient Biblical artifacts into the country illegally.
Oldest Bible to be Displayed at British Museum
The oldest surviving copy of the Bible is set to be displayed at the British Museum this October.
Researchers Find Leviticus Verses After Digitally Unwrapping Ancient Scroll
The contents of a 1,500-year-old-parchment scroll have remained a mystery until scientists recently were able to digitally unwrap it and discover the first eight verses of the book of Leviticus.
Two World-Class Libraries Launch Online Archive of Ancient Scriptures
The Vatican Library in Rome and the Bodleian Library at Oxford University have scanned and loaded the first of 1.5 million pages of ancient Hebrew, Greek and early Christian manuscripts.
