Textus

Scope & Guideline

Fostering Dialogue Among History, Language, and Belief.

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of Textus with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0082-3767
PublisherBRILL
Support Open AccessNo
CountryNetherlands
TypeJournal
Converge1960, from 1962 to 1964, 1966, from 1968 to 1969, 1973, from 1981 to 1982, from 1984 to 1986, 1988, from 1990 to 1991, from 1994 to 1995, 1998, 2002, 2005, from 2009 to 2010, from 2022 to 2024
AbbreviationTEXTUS-JERUSALEM / Textus
Frequency2 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressPLANTIJNSTRAAT 2, P O BOX 9000, 2300 PA LEIDEN, NETHERLANDS

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Textus' focuses on the textual criticism and analysis of ancient manuscripts, particularly those related to biblical texts. It aims to contribute to the understanding of textual variants, manuscript traditions, and the historical development of religious texts.
  1. Textual Criticism of Biblical Manuscripts:
    The core focus of 'Textus' is the rigorous analysis of biblical manuscripts, including the Septuagint and other ancient versions. This includes the examination of textual variants and their implications for understanding scripture.
  2. Integration of Archaeological and Historical Context:
    Papers often explore the interplay between textual criticism and archaeological findings, providing a holistic view of how historical contexts influence the interpretation of biblical texts.
  3. Scribal Practices and Manuscript Transmission:
    The journal frequently addresses the methodologies and practices of ancient scribes, shedding light on how texts were copied, modified, and transmitted through generations.
  4. Statistical Analysis in Textual Studies:
    Recent publications have introduced quantitative methods to textual criticism, offering new insights into the patterns and trends of textual variants.
  5. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    'Textus' encourages interdisciplinary research, drawing from linguistics, history, and translation studies to enrich the understanding of textual traditions.
The journal 'Textus' has shown a dynamic evolution in its research themes, with several emerging trends reflecting current scholarly interests.
  1. Fragment Identification and Analysis:
    Recent publications highlight a growing interest in identifying and analyzing newly discovered fragments of biblical texts, particularly those from Qumran, indicating a renewed focus on manuscript discovery.
  2. Quantitative Methods in Textual Studies:
    There is an increasing trend towards incorporating statistical methods into textual criticism, allowing for a more rigorous analysis of textual variants and their distribution.
  3. Scribal Practices and Textual Variants:
    Emerging themes include detailed studies of scribal practices, particularly counterintuitive practices that challenge traditional views of text transmission.
  4. Intertextuality and Influence of Ancient Texts:
    Recent papers are exploring the intertextual relationships between biblical texts and other ancient writings, indicating a trend towards understanding the broader literary and cultural contexts.
  5. Focus on Specific Textual Problems:
    An increasing number of articles are dedicated to resolving specific textual issues within biblical passages, reflecting a trend towards detailed, case-by-case textual analysis.

Declining or Waning

While 'Textus' maintains a strong focus on textual criticism, certain themes appear to be losing prominence based on recent publications.
  1. General Studies on the Septuagint:
    While the journal has historically published numerous articles on the Septuagint, the focus has shifted towards more specific textual analyses and less on broader discussions of its significance.
  2. Comparative Studies with Non-Biblical Texts:
    There seems to be a decline in comparative studies that examine biblical texts alongside other ancient literature, as the emphasis has moved towards more focused biblical textual criticism.
  3. Theoretical Frameworks in Textual Criticism:
    Discussions around theoretical frameworks for textual criticism have decreased, possibly indicating a shift towards more empirical and data-driven research.

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