terminology

The 'Originals' vs. Copies

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What is an 'autograph' in textual criticism?

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The original manuscript written by the biblical author (e.g., the exact scroll Paul sent to the Romans).

Explanation

While we do not possess the autographs, textual critics reconstruct them by comparing thousands of copies (apographs).

Source or basis: Bruce Metzger

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