About
What You'll Find Here
The PARAHeB database is a specialized collection of Hebrew manuscript paratexts. Our comprehensive digital repository offers detailed descriptions, transcriptions, and analytical tools for studying these valuable textual elements.
Access Requirements: To ensure academic quality and protect our content, full access requires user registration. Once logged in, you'll have complete access to all platform features and data.
Main Sections
Manuscripts
Detailed codicological descriptions of all manuscripts analyzed in the PARAHeB database.
List of Paratexts
Your primary workspace featuring a comprehensive table of all paratexts in our collection. Each entry displays key information including ParaID, manuscript shelfmark, transcriptions, translations, paratext types, folio locations, paratext positions and relations with primary text.
Key Features:
- Visual Preview: Hover over camera icons to see preview images; click to enlarge.
- Interactive Sorting: Click column headers to sort results by any field.
- Quick Search: Use the search box for rapid keyword queries across displayed fields.
- Direct Access: Click ParaID numbers to view complete paratext descriptions.
- Repository Links: Hover over book icons to access original manuscripts in their institutional repositories.
Advanced Search
A powerful query tool featuring organized dropdown menus and predefined filters for precise searches across the entire dataset.
Key Features:
- Filter by paratext type, location, language, and multiple other criteria.
- Expandable sections for detailed queries.
- Combination searches (e.g., "Masoretic annotations in Hebrew located in right margins").
- "Expand all" option for viewing all available filters simultaneously.
Advanced Search
A powerful query tool featuring organized dropdown menus and predefined filters for precise searches across the entire dataset.
Key Features:
- Filter by paratext type, location, language, and multiple other criteria.
- Expandable sections for detailed queries.
- Combination searches (e.g., "Masoretic annotations in Hebrew located in right margins").
- "Expand all" option for viewing all available filters simultaneously.
Getting Started
- Register for an account to access the full database.
- Browse the List of Paratexts to explore our collection.
- Search using keywords or advanced filters to find specific materials
- Analyze detailed descriptions and high-quality manuscript images.
Whether you're conducting research, teaching, or simply exploring these fascinating textual elements, PARAHeB provides the tools and resources you need for comprehensive study.