Biblical Manuscript & Papyrus Resources
At Manuscript Shop, we specialize in historically accurate replicas of ancient biblical manuscripts. The resources below are provided to help students, pastors, scholars, collectors, and enthusiasts better understand the history, significance, and preservation of early Christian papyrus manuscripts.
Early New Testament Manuscript Collections
Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts (CSNTM)
A leading academic organization dedicated to preserving and digitizing Greek New Testament manuscripts. Features high-resolution images and scholarly documentation of early papyri and codices.
Visit CSNTM Digital Collections
Topics: early New Testament manuscripts, Greek manuscript images, NT papyri
Biblical Manuscripts Online – Academic Guide
An educational resource linking to major digital collections of biblical manuscripts used in universities and seminaries.
View the Academic Manuscript Guide
Topics: biblical manuscript database, manuscript research tools
Foundational Papyrus Manuscripts Explained
Earliest New Testament Manuscripts Overview
An accessible scholarly summary of the oldest known New Testament papyri, including P52, P46, and P66, and why they matter for textual history.
Read the Overview
Topics: oldest New Testament manuscripts, Papyrus 52 explained
Biblical Archaeology Society – Papyrus from Roman Egypt
Explores the discovery, dating, and significance of early biblical papyrus fragments found in Egypt.
Explore the Exhibit Article
Topics: papyrus Bible fragments, Roman Egypt manuscripts
Manuscript Facsimiles & Scholarly Editions
New Testament Papyri Facsimiles (CSNTM)
A collection of facsimile images of early New Testament papyri frequently referenced by scholars and educators.
View Facsimiles Collection
Topics: New Testament facsimiles, papyrus manuscript replicas
The Complete Text of the Earliest New Testament Manuscripts (Book)
A comprehensive academic volume presenting transcriptions and English translations of the earliest New Testament papyri.
View the Book
Topics: earliest Bible manuscripts book, New Testament papyri text
Educational & Learning Resources
10 Bible Manuscripts Everyone Should Know
A reader-friendly introduction to the most important biblical manuscripts in Christian history and what they reveal about Scripture transmission.
Read the Introduction
Topics: important Bible manuscripts, manuscript history Christianity
NT Papyri & Manuscripts (Educational Index)
Articles and research discussing papyrus as the dominant writing material of early Christian texts and its role in manuscript survival.
Browse the Manuscripts Index
Topics: papyrus Bible manuscripts, early Christian texts
Visual & Video Learning
Oldest Bible Manuscripts Explained (Video)
A visual overview explaining the dating, discovery, and importance of early New Testament papyri.
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Topics: oldest Bible manuscripts video, biblical papyrus explained
New Testament Papyri & Facsimiles (Video)
A walkthrough of major New Testament papyri with visual examples and historical commentary.
Watch the Video
Topics: papyrus manuscript images, New Testament fragments
About Manuscript Replicas
The resources above reference original ancient manuscripts held in libraries and museums. Manuscript Shop does not sell original artifacts — we create high-quality historical replicas intended for education, study, display, and personal reflection.
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