VOICED: Four women battle to bring Dead Sea Scrolls back to life

The video explores the meticulous work of restoring the Dead Sea Scrolls, ancient religious texts containing the oldest known fragments of the Old Testament. The restoration team at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem faces challenges due to the delicate nature of the scrolls, which are written in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. Over the years, restoration techniques have evolved, moving away from outdated methods like sticky tape. The team has been working for 18 years and expects to continue for another 18 years. The work requires immense patience and dedication, as the scrolls are carefully preserved and displayed on a rotating basis.

What is the significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls?

• They are the largest collection of medieval manuscripts.

• They are the first printed books in history.

• They are the oldest known fragments of the Old Testament.

• They contain the original texts of the New Testament.

In which languages are the Dead Sea Scrolls written?

• Latin, Greek, and Hebrew

• Greek, Latin, and English

• Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek

• Aramaic, Latin, and English

Where were the Dead Sea Scrolls first discovered?

• In the Library of Alexandria

• In the British Museum

• In the Vatican archives

• In the Qumran caves

What was initially used to match the fragments of the scrolls?

• Sewing thread

• Sticky tape

• Metal clips

• Glue

How long is the restoration project expected to take in total?

• 10 years

• 50 years

• 36 years

• 18 years