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Ancient Isaiah Scroll Reveals Surprising Manufacturing Secrets

1/3/2026

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The Great Isaiah Scroll, the oldest nearly complete Hebrew Bible, was originally two separate scrolls, according to Prof. Marcello Fidanzio.
The study finds differences in manufacturing and preservation between the first eight sheets and the last nine.
The first section is shorter and more worn than the second, which has fewer repairs.
Ongoing research aims to study the animal skins used in its creation.

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Story summary

The Great Isaiah Scroll, the oldest nearly complete Hebrew Bible, was originally two separate scrolls, according to Prof. Marcello Fidanzio.
The study finds differences in manufacturing and preservation between the first eight sheets and the last nine.
The first section is shorter and more worn than the second, which has fewer repairs.
Ongoing research aims to study the animal skins used in its creation.