A Concise, Detailed, and Thorough Classical Syriac (Classical Edessan Syriac) Grammar with an English - Classical Syriac Dictionary at the back of the book. Classical Syriac or Classical Edessan Syriac is a dialect of Aramaic which today is the liturgical language of Syriac Orthodox Churches in the Middle East and other parts of the world. Classical Syriac is also the language used in the Aramaic Peshitta which is both the Old and New Testament of the Bible in Classical Syriac. This book is perfect for learning Classical Syriac and for studying its unique Grammar.