A specific alternative on the
Qumran-Sectarian theory which has acquired a lot current
recognition, is actually the effort of Lawrence H. Schiffman who
proposes that this community had been directed by a group of
Zadokite priests (Sadducees). Probably the most essential document
supporting this view would be the ``Miqsat Ma'ase Ha-Torah'' (4QMMT),
which points out purity regulations (such as the shift of
impurities) just like those attributed in rabbinic documents to the
Sadducees. Scroll 4QMMT additionally reproduces a festivity calendar that
follows Sadducee principles with regard to the actual dating of
certain festival days.
Mehmet Okonsar
2011-03-14
