Lamsa, George M. (George Mamishisho) 1892-1975
Overview
Works: | 102 works in 336 publications in 2 languages and 6,137 library holdings |
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Genres: | Criticism, interpretation, etc Commentaries Biographies History Fiction Church history |
Roles: | Author, Translator, Editor, Other, Creator |
Classifications: | BT301.2, 226 |
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Most widely held works about
George M Lamsa
- The life of George M. Lamsa, translator by George M Lamsa( Book )
- Papers of Muriel Anne Dryden by Muriel Anne Dryden( )
- Greek, Hebrew, Aramaic, or Syriac? : a critique of the claims of G.M. Lamsa for the Syriac Peshitta by Edwin M Yamauchi( Book )
Most widely held works by
George M Lamsa
The Holy Bible from ancient Eastern manuscripts. Containing the Old and New Testaments(
Book
)
14 editions published between 1957 and 1981 in English and held by 576 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
14 editions published between 1957 and 1981 in English and held by 576 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The man from Galilee; a life of Jesus by
George M Lamsa(
Book
)
3 editions published in 1970 in English and held by 571 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 1970 in English and held by 571 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The oldest Christian people : a brief account of the history and traditions of the Assyrian people and the fateful history
of the Nestorian Church by
William Chauncey Emhardt(
Book
)
23 editions published between 1926 and 2013 in English and Undetermined and held by 384 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
23 editions published between 1926 and 2013 in English and Undetermined and held by 384 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Gospel light : comments on the teachings of Jesus from Aramaic and unchanged Eastern customs by
George M Lamsa(
Book
)
17 editions published between 1936 and 1967 in English and held by 358 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
17 editions published between 1936 and 1967 in English and held by 358 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The kingdom on earth by
George M Lamsa(
Book
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4 editions published between 1966 and 2001 in English and held by 335 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
4 editions published between 1966 and 2001 in English and held by 335 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Old Testament light; a scriptural commentary based on the Aramaic of the ancient Peshitta text by
George M Lamsa(
Book
)
14 editions published between 1957 and 1978 in English and held by 333 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
14 editions published between 1957 and 1978 in English and held by 333 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
More light on the Gospel; over 400 New Testament passages explained by
George M Lamsa(
Book
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6 editions published in 1968 in English and held by 329 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
6 editions published in 1968 in English and held by 329 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Idioms in the Bible explained ; and, A key to the original Gospel by
George M Lamsa(
Book
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4 editions published in 1985 in English and held by 298 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
World-renowned Bible translator and commentator George M. Lamsa explains nearly one thousand crucial idioms that will enrich reading of the Old and New Testaments for students and general reader alike. Lamsa, who was raised speaking Aramaic in a community that followed customs largely unchanged since the times of Christ, offers fresh, accurate translations of important idioms, metaphors, and figures of speech found in the Scripture--and provides clear explanations of their meaning of biblical context. Just as Shakespeare, Milton, and Browning wrote in the vernacular for English-speaking people, Moses the prophets, and the apostles wrote for their own people in the plain language of their times, so that even the unlearned might understand God's Word. Over the centuries, inaccurate translations and misunderstandings of customs and concepts have led to difficulties in bringing the biblical message to contemporary English-speaking readers. For example, when a man says to Jesus, "let me bury my father," Lamsa points out that this expression means, "Let me first take care of my father until he dies." Traditionally, scholars assumed that this man's father was dead and that Jesus was not interested in his burial. Lamsa's scholarship offers a more accurate understanding of the intent and spirit of this passage. Idioms in the Bible Explained and a Key to the Original Gospels goes far in correcting such errors that have crept into Biblical scholarship. Obscure and difficult passages from both Old and New Testaments are listed and compared with the King James version (though it will be helpful when used with any English version). These make clear the original meaning of such ancient idioms and assure that our grasp of the biblical message is more sound and rewarding. To further uncover the original teachings of Scripture, Idioms in the Bible Explained and a Key to the Original Gospels, Lamsa discusses at greater length such topics as "The Language of Jesus," "Aramaic Phraseology," "The Sayings of Jesus," "Early Translations," and more
4 editions published in 1985 in English and held by 298 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
World-renowned Bible translator and commentator George M. Lamsa explains nearly one thousand crucial idioms that will enrich reading of the Old and New Testaments for students and general reader alike. Lamsa, who was raised speaking Aramaic in a community that followed customs largely unchanged since the times of Christ, offers fresh, accurate translations of important idioms, metaphors, and figures of speech found in the Scripture--and provides clear explanations of their meaning of biblical context. Just as Shakespeare, Milton, and Browning wrote in the vernacular for English-speaking people, Moses the prophets, and the apostles wrote for their own people in the plain language of their times, so that even the unlearned might understand God's Word. Over the centuries, inaccurate translations and misunderstandings of customs and concepts have led to difficulties in bringing the biblical message to contemporary English-speaking readers. For example, when a man says to Jesus, "let me bury my father," Lamsa points out that this expression means, "Let me first take care of my father until he dies." Traditionally, scholars assumed that this man's father was dead and that Jesus was not interested in his burial. Lamsa's scholarship offers a more accurate understanding of the intent and spirit of this passage. Idioms in the Bible Explained and a Key to the Original Gospels goes far in correcting such errors that have crept into Biblical scholarship. Obscure and difficult passages from both Old and New Testaments are listed and compared with the King James version (though it will be helpful when used with any English version). These make clear the original meaning of such ancient idioms and assure that our grasp of the biblical message is more sound and rewarding. To further uncover the original teachings of Scripture, Idioms in the Bible Explained and a Key to the Original Gospels, Lamsa discusses at greater length such topics as "The Language of Jesus," "Aramaic Phraseology," "The Sayings of Jesus," "Early Translations," and more
The Holy Bible from the ancient Eastern text : George M. Lamsa's translations from the Aramaic of the Peshitta(
Book
)
3 editions published in 1985 in English and held by 270 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Authoritative English translation of the Aramaic (Syriac) Old and New Testaments % Clarifies difficult passages and offers insight on the Bible's message % 1,264 pp
3 editions published in 1985 in English and held by 270 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Authoritative English translation of the Aramaic (Syriac) Old and New Testaments % Clarifies difficult passages and offers insight on the Bible's message % 1,264 pp
New Testament commentary from the Aramaic and the ancient Eastern customs by
George M Lamsa(
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11 editions published between 1945 and 1973 in English and held by 245 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
11 editions published between 1945 and 1973 in English and held by 245 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The four Gospels according to the Eastern version(
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7 editions published between 1933 and 1934 in English and held by 212 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
7 editions published between 1933 and 1934 in English and held by 212 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Old Testament light : the indispensable guide to the customs, manners, & idioms of Biblical times by
George M Lamsa(
Book
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7 editions published between 1964 and 1985 in English and held by 193 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
7 editions published between 1964 and 1985 in English and held by 193 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
New Testament origin by
George M Lamsa(
Book
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16 editions published between 1947 and 1988 in 3 languages and held by 184 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
16 editions published between 1947 and 1988 in 3 languages and held by 184 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The New Testament according to the Eastern text : translated from original Aramaic sources(
Book
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3 editions published in 1940 in English and held by 177 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 1940 in English and held by 177 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
And the scroll opened ... by
George M Lamsa(
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4 editions published between 1967 and 1978 in English and held by 176 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A book of ancient wisdom about love, marriage, happiness, sorrow, and after life
4 editions published between 1967 and 1978 in English and held by 176 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A book of ancient wisdom about love, marriage, happiness, sorrow, and after life
My neighbor Jesus, in the light of His own language, people, and time by
George M Lamsa(
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13 editions published between 1932 and 2013 in English and Undetermined and held by 171 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
13 editions published between 1932 and 2013 in English and Undetermined and held by 171 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Gospel light : an indispensible guide to the teachings of Jesus and the customs of his time by
George M Lamsa(
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)
6 editions published between 1936 and 1987 in English and held by 144 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"In Gospel Light, George M. Lamsa, who was raised speaking Aramaic and living according to customs largely unchanged since the time of Christ, elucidates idioms, metaphors, and figures of speech in the four Gospels and provides clear explanations of their meaning in the biblical context. Drawing from his deep insights into the idiomatic expressions used in early biblical cultures, he brings new meaning and understanding to even the most difficult passages. Students and general readers alike will fing this reference fascinating." -- Back cover
6 editions published between 1936 and 1987 in English and held by 144 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"In Gospel Light, George M. Lamsa, who was raised speaking Aramaic and living according to customs largely unchanged since the time of Christ, elucidates idioms, metaphors, and figures of speech in the four Gospels and provides clear explanations of their meaning in the biblical context. Drawing from his deep insights into the idiomatic expressions used in early biblical cultures, he brings new meaning and understanding to even the most difficult passages. Students and general readers alike will fing this reference fascinating." -- Back cover
Holy Bible : from the ancient Eastern text by
George M Lamsa(
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)
13 editions published between 1933 and 2014 in English and held by 127 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This handsome new edition of the authoritative English translation of the Aramaic (Syriac) Old and New Testaments--the language of Jesus--clarifies difficult passages and offers fresh insight on the <Bible's </message.<
13 editions published between 1933 and 2014 in English and held by 127 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This handsome new edition of the authoritative English translation of the Aramaic (Syriac) Old and New Testaments--the language of Jesus--clarifies difficult passages and offers fresh insight on the <Bible's </message.<
Idioms in the Bible explained : a key to the Holy Scriptures by
George M Lamsa(
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)
8 editions published between 1971 and 1978 in English and held by 115 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
8 editions published between 1971 and 1978 in English and held by 115 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
New Testament light : more light on the Gospels, Acts, the Epistles, and Revelation : over 400 passages explained by
George M Lamsa(
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)
4 editions published between 1988 and 1995 in English and held by 115 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
4 editions published between 1988 and 1995 in English and held by 115 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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- Church of the East
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- Alyea, Tom Author
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George Lamsa
George Lamsa assyrischer Schriftsteller und Bibelübersetzer
George Lamsa auteur
George Lamsa Turkish biblical scholar
Lamsa, G. M.
Lamsa, G. M. 1892-1975
Lamsa, G. M. 1893-1975
Lamsa, G. M. (George Mamishisho), 1892-1975
Lamsa, G. M. (George Mamishisho), 1893-1975
Lamsa, George M.
Lamsa, George M. 1893-
Lamsa, George M. 1893-1975
Lamsa, George M. (George Mamishisho), 1893-
Lamsa, George M. (George Mamishisho), 1893-1975
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Lamsa, George Mamishisho 1892-1975
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