Manuscript · 1QIsa-a · c. 125 BC

Great Isaiah Scroll (1QIsa-a)

The largest and best-preserved biblical scroll found among the Dead Sea Scrolls. One thousand years older than the oldest previously known Hebrew manuscripts of Isaiah. Confirms remarkable fidelity of textual transmission.

Date

c. 125 BC

Language

Hebrew

Material

Parchment (leather)

Script

Hebrew

Contents

Complete Book of Isaiah (66 chapters in 54 columns)

Location

Israel Museum, Jerusalem (Shrine of the Book)