Biblical — Aramaic

: It reflects the "Official Aramaic" used by the Persian Empire's administration between approximately 559 and 330 BCE. Recommended Study Resources If you are looking for specific textbooks or readers:

: Biblical Aramaic uses the same Hebrew (square) script as Biblical Hebrew. biblical aramaic

: Many words are similar to Hebrew (cognates), such as melek (king). However, some consonants shift; for example, the Hebrew shin often becomes an Aramaic tav . : It reflects the "Official Aramaic" used by