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The Crusader Bible - 1240s

"The Crusader Bible, also known as the Morgan Picture Bible, the Maciejowski Bible, and the Shah ‘Abbas Bible, is not only one of the greatest medieval manuscripts in the Morgan, it also ranks as one of the incomparable achievements of French Gothic illumination." The Morgan Library and MuseumThumbnails of all images here.Wikipediakeyword: biblex 8/29/24The Crusader Bible, also known as the Morgan Picture Bible, Maciejowski Bible, or Shah 'Abbas Bible, is a remarkable medieval illuminated manuscript created in France during the 1240s[1]. This extraordinary work is considered one of the greatest achievements of French Gothic illumination and ranks among the most valuable manuscripts in the Morgan Library & Museum's collection[1]. The Bible consists of 46 folios containing approximately 350 miniature paintings that vividly depict Old Testament stories, particularly focusing on tales of kings and military campaigns[1][6].What makes the Crusader Bible truly unique is its visual approach to storytelling. Originally created without text, the manuscript relied solely on its intricate and boldly colored illustrations to convey biblical narratives[1][2]. These miniatures are set in the context of 13th-century France, with characters dressed in contemporary medieval attire and wielding period-accurate weapons and armor[4][6]. This anachronistic portrayal served to make the biblical stories more relatable and relevant to its intended audience.The Bible's significance extends beyond its artistic merit. It is believed to have been commissioned by King Louis IX of France, possibly as propaganda for his crusading activities[4]. The manuscript's journey through history is as fascinating as its content, passing through the hands of various owners across different cultures. Over time, inscriptions in Latin, Persian, and Judeo-Persian were added, reflecting its changing ownership and cultural contexts[1][5].Scholars value the Crusader Bible not only for its artistic brilliance but also for the wealth of historical information it provides. The detailed depictions of medieval warfare, architecture, and daily life offer invaluable insights into 13th-century French society[4]. Furthermore, the manuscript's cross-cultural journey and multilingual annotations make it a unique artifact that bridges different historical periods and civilizations, showcasing the complex interfaith and intercultural relations of the medieval world[7].Source: Perplexity.ai-- G. Ly

Bible Pictures 1890

Bible pictures from 1890, created by the German painter, Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld.From Wikipedia: Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld (26 March 1794 – 24 May 1872)[1] was a German painter, chiefly of Biblical subjects. As a young man he associated with the painters of the Nazarene movement who revived the florid Renaissance style in religious art. He is remembered for his extensive Picture Bible, and his designs for stained glass windows in cathedrals.keyword: biblex

Das Neue Testament - 1827

I love this old German bible that I bought on eBay recently. The images are a little spooky...a couple of them quite graphic. I would love to add translations to each of the images. Tom Paper 4/14/2022-----------------7/21/24Das Neue Testament from 1827 refers to a German-language edition of the New Testament published in that year. This particular edition is a translation of the Bible's New Testament based on Martin Luther's German translation[1][2].The 1827 edition of Das Neue Testament has been reprinted in various formats, including a leather-bound version. This reprint features leather binding on the spine and corners with golden leaf printing on the spine, maintaining the original text without any changes from the 1827 edition[1].The full title of this work, as translated from German, is "The New Testament of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, According to the German Translation by Dr. Martin Luther"[2]. This indicates that it preserves Luther's influential German translation of the New Testament, which played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation and the development of the modern German language.It's worth noting that editions of Das Neue Testament from this period are considered valuable historical and religious artifacts. For instance, some antiquarian booksellers offer original copies from similar time periods for considerable sums, reflecting their historical and cultural significance[3].While the specific 1827 edition is notable, it's part of a longer tradition of German Bible translations and publications. German scholars continued to study and write about the New Testament throughout the 19th century, as evidenced by works like Bernhard Weiss's 1897 "Lehrbuch der einleitung in das Neue Testament" (Textbook of Introduction to the New Testament)[4].Today, modern German New Testaments continue to be published and distributed, carrying on the tradition of making the text accessible to German-speaking readers[5].Source: Perplexity.ai--Gabrielle Lykeyword: bible

Illustrations of the Holy Scriptures - 1839

George Bush (June 12, 1796 – September 19, 1859) was an American biblical scholar, pastor, abolitionist, and academic.[1] A member of the Bush family, he is a distant relative of both President George H. W. Bush and President George W. Bush.[2]Source: Wikipedia"Illustrations of the Holy Scriptures" is a book edited by Rev. George Bush and published in 1839[1][2][3]. The book is a compilation of information about the manners, customs, rites, traditions, and forms of speech of the people mentioned in the Bible. It was derived from the works of Harmer, Burder, Paxton, and other authors[1][4]. The book was well-received and was later republished in 1845[2][3]. It is considered a valuable resource for Bible students and scholars[5].Source: perplexity.aiKeywords: bible

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Pictorial Family Bible - 19th Century

Nelson & Phillips were publishers of "The Pictorial Family Bible" according to the book's title page[1][2]. There is not much information available about Nelson & Phillips, but they were likely a publishing company in the 19th century. Thomas Nelson, a publishing firm that began in Scotland in 1798, is a related company that is still in operation today[3].William Smith was an English theologian and scholar who compiled a Bible dictionary[1][2][3][4]. The dictionary was originally published in three volumes in 1863, and it was later revised and condensed into one compact volume by the Peloubets[2][4]. The dictionary is still available for purchase today, and it is a valuable resource for those who want to study the Bible in depth. Source: Perplexity.aiKeywords: Bible

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Men of Different Countries - 1829

The book "Men of Different Countries" published by H&E Phinney in 1829 is not mentioned in the search results. However, here is some information about H&E Phinney and their publishing history:H&E Phinney was a printing and publishing company founded by Henry and Elihu Phinney in Cooperstown, New York in the early 19th century1.The Phinneys published school books, almanacs, and other books of local interest as well as a few more widely circulated titles1.In 1816, Henry and Elihu published their first New Testament1.The Phinney Bible is significant in the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In 1829, Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery bought "a copy of the Holy Scriptures" from the Phinneys, which they used to translate the Book of Mormon2.The Phinneys kept a casting for each page of the Bible and when they needed a new printing, they printed from the casting rather than new type setting1.Source: Perplexity.ai

The Testimony of the Rocks

. 7/9/24The Testimony of the Rocks by Hugh Miller is a book that defends the consistency between belief in the inspiration of the Bible, particularly the Creation account, and the findings of geology[1][2]. Miller saw beyond his time and critiqued young earth creationism, arguing that the adherents to a global flood, who were attempting to refute geologists of his period, were "anti-geologists"[2][4].The book is available as a free Kindle book and epub on Project Gutenberg[3]. It is a collection of lectures by Miller that deal with the bearings of geology on the two theologies, natural and revealed[4].Who was Hugh Miller?Hugh Miller (1802-1856) was a Scottish geologist, writer, and evangelical Christian who played a key role in the debate over the compatibility of geology and the Bible in the early 19th century. Some key facts about him:- He was born in Cromarty, Scotland and worked as a stonemason before becoming a bank accountant and writer[1][4].- As a stonemason, he discovered well-preserved fossils in the Old Red Sandstone of Scotland, which he described in his 1841 book The Old Red Sandstone. This established his reputation as a geologist[1][3].- In the 1840s, he became editor of The Witness newspaper and used it to argue that the findings of geology were consistent with the Bible's creation account, critiquing young earth creationism[1][3][4].- His books Footprints of the Creator (1849) and The Testimony of the Rocks (1856) further developed his views on reconciling geology and the Bible[3][4].- He committed suicide in 1856 after completing the proofs for The Testimony of the Rocks, likely due to overwork and stress, though some speculate it was because he could no longer reconcile his scientific and religious views[4].- Miller made significant contributions to geology through his fossil discoveries and writings that popularized the science, though his direct academic contributions were limited[1][3]. His collection of over 6,000 fossils forms the core of the National Museum of Scotland's collection[4].Source: Perplexity.aiCurated by Gabrielle Ly keyword: geohist

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Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm - 1898

Henry Altemus published the first edition of Grimm's Fairy Tales in 1898 in the Young People's Library in Format 11. The book was illustrated and contained 65 illustration3. It was a rare first edition2and included both well-known and lesser-known fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm5.Henry Altemus was the founder of the Henry Altemus Company, a publishing company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that was active for almost a century, from 1842 to 19361. The company started as a bookbindery and was awarded a patent for a particular type of binding for photographic albums in 1863. These albums were the mainstay of their publishing business until the mid-1880s when they were supplanted by Bibles. Starting in 1889, books were published with the Henry Altemus imprint. The company published over two hundred series, and more than 95% of all the published works of Henry Altemus were in series form. Altemus' most popular series included the Young People's Library, Wee Books for Wee Folks, and their numerous juvenile series books1.Perplexity.ai https://www.henryaltemus.com/intro.htm

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Elementary Geology - 1856

I might not have featured this exhibit if I had known that the author of this book, Edward Hitchcock, was the third president of Amherst College. (I went to a superior institution, Williams College, from which the founders of Amherst defected and are forever known as The Defectors.) That said, here's what Wikipedia says about this Defector:Edward Hitchcock (May 24, 1793 – February 27, 1864) was an American geologist and the third President of Amherst College (1845–1854).Born to poor parents, he attended newly founded Deerfield Academy, where he was later principal, from 1815 to 1818. In 1821 he was ordained as a Congregationalist pastor and served as pastor of the Congregational Church in Conway, Massachusetts, 1821–1825. He left the ministry to become Professor of Chemistry and Natural History at Amherst College. He held that post from 1825 to 1845, serving as Professor of Natural Theology and Geology from 1845 until his death in 1864. In 1845, Hitchcock became President of the College, a post he held until 1854. As president, Hitchcock was responsible for Amherst's recovery from severe financial difficulties. He is also credited with developing the college's scientific resources and establishing its reputation for scientific teaching.In addition to his positions at Amherst, Hitchcock was a well-known early geologist. He ran the first geological survey of Massachusetts, and in 1830 was appointed state geologist of Massachusetts (he held the post until 1844). He also played a role in the geological surveys of New York and Vermont. His chief project, however, was natural theology, which attempted to unify and reconcile science and religion, focusing on geology. His major work in this area was The Religion of Geology and Its Connected Sciences (1851). In this book, he sought out ways to re-interpret the Bible to agree with the latest geological theories. For example, knowing that the earth was at least hundreds of thousands of years old, vastly older than the 6,000 years posited by Biblical scholars, Hitchcock devised a way to read the original Hebrew so that a single letter in Genesis—a "v", meaning "afterwards"—implied the vast timespans during which the earth was formed. Randy Moore described Hitchcock as "America's leading advocate of catastrophism-based gap creationism."[1]Edward Hitchcock (below):Jeffrey Amherst (below) Ephraim Williams (below, Wikipedia)Williams College Purple Cow Mascot (below, link)Amherst Mascott (below, link about former mascot)keyword: geohist

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The Boston Tea Party - 1882

5/28/2023 I love these colorful images about this historic revolutionary event, published in 1882. The illustrator and author each came from "society" and the author, in particular, had a history of publishing children's stories and bible-themed books. Ron Gibbs (@rgibbs), I think you will like this.Tom Paper (@tomadmin), 5/21/2023The book "The Boston Tea Party, December 1773" was published in 1882 by Dodd, Mead & Company12345. It was written by Josephine Pollard and illustrated by H.W. McVickar12645. The book is an account of the Boston Tea Party, a political protest that occurred in 1773 in which American colonists, frustrated and angry at Britain for imposing "taxation without representation," dumped 342 chests of tea, imported by the British East India Company into the Atlantic Ocean12. The book is written in verse and contains thirty color lithographic plates5.Harry Whitney McVickar (1860-1905) was an American artist, illustrator, and real estate investor who was a prominent member of New York society during the Gilded Age12. He illustrated several books, including "The Boston Tea Party, December 1773" written by Josephine Pollard34561.Josephine Pollard (1834-1892) was an American author, hymn writer, and poet1. She wrote "The Boston Tea Party, December 1773," a book about the political protest that occurred in 1773 in which American colonists dumped 342 chests of tea into the Atlantic Ocean234. The book is written in verse and illustrated by H.W. McVickar234.Josephine Pollard was a prolific writer who mainly wrote for juvenile readers. She wrote original fairy tales, verses, natural histories, Bible stories, biographies, and histories. She also wrote several volumes of poetry, including Coeducation (1883), a rhymed tract promoting equal rights for women. Pollard's most inventive contribution to the field of juvenile literature was a series of books consisting almost entirely of words of one syllable. The few polysyllabic words are divided into syllables to help the young reader. The series includes The History of the United States (1884), Our Hero, General U.S. Grant (1885), and A Child's Life of Washington (1887). She also worked as an editor for the Sunday School Times and worked for the Methodist Book Concern, where she edited a magazine intended for African Americans. Pollard published over a hundred hymns and wrote numerous popular children's books mostly on religious and historical topics123456.Source: Perplexity.aikeyword: memorabilia

Pictorial Bible - 1879

Scott Thompson Maps

Nicolai Jonge was born in Copenhagen . The family originated from Amsterdam and had then been resident in Scania . His father, Peder Nielsen, was an accountant at the Rentekammeret and a surveyor at the Stock Exchange ; the mother's name was Anna Sophie born Einhaus. He became a student from Copenhagen School in 1745 and took 2 years after the certificate . In 1754 he became a catechist at Holmens Kirke , and at the same time was a much-used theological manuductor , in addition to graduating with a master's degree . He was ordained a priest only in 1762 , when he was called to be a parish priest in Allerslev Parish by Præstø , in which office he died. The year after he had become a priest, he married Geske Fischer, the daughter of a consumer clerk, in Copenhagen.Jonge was a very prolific writer and particularly cultivated geography . The poor conditions in which he lived compelled him to seek increased profit by the pen. A number of school books emanated from his hand. Thus already in 1753 a translation of a German school geography; the following year he delivered a Latin compendium of geography, later improved and augmented with maps. Then follows a school edition of Phædrus (a Roman poet of fables), and for students a Bible story in Latin ( Collegium biblicum , 1760 ), written in questions and answers and with rich references to literature.He edited Ludvig Holberg's Synopsis historiæ universalis in Danish, and expanded and continued it considerably (1757). As a model for his processing, he has taken an English version of dr. Granville Sharpe in London . But if there was any sense in using Holberg's name for this textbook in history, it was inappropriate when Jonge allowed himself to use the same name for an elaborate geography that he began in 1759; it was only a decoy to get the writing marketed. Jonge therefore also did not fail to make an apology for this in the foreword; but "several learned men" had declared that it could probably be done. Holberg's Geography, published in this way "with a false sign" – as Rasmus Nyerup said – was a very large-scale work, which over the years reached 7 strong quarto volumes ; the last ( 1791 ), published after Jonge's death, was not prepared by Jonge, but by Niels Prahl , and included the foreign parts of the world. The best and newest aids were used, and the work testified to the serious diligence and well-readness of its author. But he had extraordinary financial resources to promote the publication, and this was all the more unfortunate as it was pre-numbered by a multitude of subscribers . The 5th volume constitutes Denmark's Chorographic Descriptionand the 6th volume a similar description of Norwayand the Nordic countries.Later he published a detailed description of Copenhagen ( Kjøbenhavns Beskrivelse , 1783 ), which was intended for 2 parts; but he managed to get only the 1st part printed. State Councilor Erik Torm , who was the police and mayor of Copenhagen, who encouraged him to prepare, supported him with his own rich collections and provided him with access to the archives. It was a thorough work that, due to its considerable substance, still has value. Part 2, which was completely prepared, was published in 1945 .Among Jonge's writings, 3 homiletic aids can also be mentioned, containing outlines for sermons on the Sunday Gospels as well as for wedding and funeral speeches, in addition to some smaller works of a personal history nature. All in all, Jonge presents the image of a diligent and skilled priest who, however, had to struggle with heavy economic hardships throughout his life.https://da.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicolai_Jonge