Lexham Old Testament Apocrypha

A modern translation with introductions by David A. deSilva.The

Lexham Old Testament Apocrypha includes:Tobit (Vaticanus and Sinaiticus)JudithGreek Esther (Greek)Wisdom of SolomonWisdom of SirachBaruchLetter of Jeremiahthe additions to Daniel (Old Greek and Theodotion), including the Prayer of Azariah, Susanna, and Bel and the Dragon1–4 Maccabees1–2 Esdrasthe Prayer of ManassehPsalm 151Psalms of SolomonGreek 1 Enoch Beautifully typeset in a single-column format, the

Lexham Old Testament Apocrypha provides a literal and contemporary translation for modern readers. David A. deSilva briefly introduces each book, providing context and insight. This volume includes works typically omitted from other editions of the Apocrypha, such as the Psalms of Solomon, the Greek text of Enoch, and multiple versions of Tobit and the additions to Daniel.The Apocrypha has been highly esteemed throughout history. While its canonical status is disputed, it has been embraced by Christians over centuries for personal study, devotion, and worship. The diverse writings in the Apocrypha contain biblical and post-biblical history, historical fiction, wisdom, and liturgy. These books shed light on Second Temple (intertestamental) Judaism and the New Testament, and they continue to inspire readers today.