terminology
Bibliographical Test
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What is the 'Bibliographical Test' regarding the reliability of ancient manuscripts?
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It evaluates the reliability of a text based on the number of extant copies and the time interval between the original and the earliest copy. The New Testament significantly outperforms all other ancient literature in these metrics.
Explanation
With over 5,800 Greek manuscripts and tens of thousands in other languages, the New Testament has a massive evidentiary base compared to works like Homer's Iliad or Caesar's Gallic Wars.
Source or basis: C.L. Blomberg / Josh McDowell
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