Pronunciation: [pɛʃˈɪtə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
The word "Peshitto" is a transliteration of the Syriac word "Pšîttâ". It is spelled phonetically as /pəˈʃɪtəʊ/ using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The "sh" sound is represented by the "ʃ" symbol, while the "t" sound is represented by the "t" symbol. The "o" at the end of the word is pronounced as a long "oh" sound. The Peshitto is an important text in Syriac Christianity and refers to the Syriac translation of the Bible.
The term "Peshitto" refers to an ancient Syriac translation of the Bible, specifically the Old and New Testaments. The word "Peshitto" itself means "simple" or "common" in Syriac, and this translation is often recognized for its straightforward and literal approach to biblical text.
The Peshitto version is associated with the Syriac language, a dialect of Aramaic, and is considered one of the earliest complete translations of the Bible. It was likely produced in the 2nd century CE and was widely used by early Syriac-speaking Christian communities.
One notable characteristic of the Peshitto translation is its exclusion of certain books of the Old Testament, such as the books of Maccabees and Esther. Furthermore, it lacks the lengthy additions found in other translations, making it a concise rendition of the biblical text. The New Testament of the Peshitto is believed to have been translated directly from Greek manuscripts.
Although the Peshitto translation shares similarities with other ancient Bible translations, it remains distinct in its language and style. Scholars have studied and analyzed the Peshitto text to gain insights into early Christian theology and the linguistic aspects of the Syriac language.
Today, the Peshitto continues to be used by Syriac-speaking Christian communities, particularly those belonging to the Assyrian Church of the East, the Syriac Orthodox Church, and the Chaldean Catholic Church. Its historical significance and linguistic integrity make the Peshitto an important source for biblical studies and the understanding of early Christianity.
The word "Peshitto" has its roots in the Syriac language. Specifically, it is derived from the Syriac word "pšīṭtā", which means "simple" or "straightforward". The Syriac language was spoken in ancient Syria and is closely related to Aramaic. The term "Peshitto" is commonly associated with the Peshitta, which is a well-known Syriac version of the Bible. In this context, "Peshitta" can be understood as "the simple" or "the straightforward translation" of the Bible.
