Writing Sinaiticus: Reviving the Craft of Ancient Manuscripts
Welcome to Writing Sinaiticus , a personal project inspired by one of the greatest treasures of the ancient world: the Codex Sinaiticus . This blog chronicles my journey as I recreate a complete Greek Biblical codex in the style of Codex Sinaiticus , using historically accurate methods, materials, and tools. It is an exploration of craftsmanship, history, and devotion to the art of manuscript writing. The Inspiration The Codex Sinaiticus , a 4th-century manuscript of the Christian Bible, is a masterpiece of human ingenuity and spiritual devotion. Written on parchment made from hundreds of animal skins , this monumental work was produced by dedicated scribes using reed pens and carbon ink, painstakingly copying the entire text by hand. It is not just a book but a testimony to the scribes’ skill and dedication, as well as to the enduring power of the written word. I was drawn to this project by a lifelong fascination with ancient texts and the processes by which they were crea...