Which Hebrew Bible text is the most reliable Text?
There are three primary versions of the Hebrew Bible text: the Masoretic Text, the Septuagint, and the Dead Sea Scrolls. Regarding reliability, the Dead Sea Scrolls are considered the most reliable as they are the oldest existing manuscripts of the Hebrew Bible, dating back to the 3rd century BCE. The Masoretic Text, which was compiled by Jewish scribes between the 7th and 11th centuries CE, is also highly regarded for its accuracy and reliability. However, some scholars believe that the Septuagint, a Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible from the 3rd to 2nd century BCE, may offer insights into variations and textual diversity in the ancient transmission of the biblical texts.