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Title: The Proto-Alphabetic Inscriptions of Canaan
Author(s): COLLES, Brian E.
Journal: Ancient Near Eastern Studies
Volume: 29    Date: 1991   
Pages: 18-66
DOI: 10.2143/ANES.29.0.525718

Abstract :
In a previous study, the proto-alphabetic inscriptions of Sinai and Canaan were examined briefly. This was followed by a detailed presentation of my proposed decipherment for the Sinai texts. An attempt will now be made to read texts from Canaan (Syria-Palestine), in accordance with the scheme of signs and values set forth in my first study.

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