Biblical canon development research
Hello brothers and sisters in Christ,
I’m a Catholic studying the history of how the biblical canon developed. I’m familiar with St. Jerome’s views, the differing view of the early Fathers, regional church council declarations, through to the Councils of Florence and Trent and have been reading academic material on the formation of the Jewish canon, from the Septuagint to the Masoretic Text.
I’m now looking for clear, in-depth (preferably free, but I'm not opposed to scholarly material so long as it is affordable) resources on the Reformers' adoption of the 66-book canon. I understand this topic is far more complex and nuanced than both sides often portray it.
While I’ve discussed this with various Protestant groups, I’ve found Lutheran perspectives especially thoughtful and historically grounded in the past, so I’d really value your recommendations.
Thank you, and God bless.