Cambridge (England): C. J. Clay. 1871. Binding: Contemporary black morocco over boards, title in gilt on two, spine with six raised bands, gilded gold edges ornaments, with a large gilt of the Cross on the upper board, with beautiful antique clasp which is in perfect condition, marbled front and end papers., Notes: The Bible is a collection of religious texts or scriptures sacred to Christians, Jews, Samaritans, Rastafari and others. It appears in the form of an anthology, a compilation of texts of a variety of forms that are all linked by the belief that they are collectively revelations of God. These texts include theologically-focused historical accounts, hymns, prayers, proverbs, parables, didactic letters, erotica, poetry, and prophecies. The Old Testament is the first section of the two-part Christian biblical canon; the second section is the New Testament. The Old Testament includes the books of the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) or protocanon, and in various Christian denominations also includes deuterocanonical books. Orthodox Christians, Catholics and Protestants use different canons, which differ with respect to the texts that are included in the Old Testament. The New Testament is the second division of the Christian biblical canon. The New Testament discusses the teachings and person of Jesus, as well as events in first-century Christianity. Christians regard both the Old and New Testaments together as sacred scripture., Size: 12mo. (165 x 100 mm). , Category: Book Religious Christianity. A superb example, with gilt metallic ornaments in perfect condition. Item #B6415

Binding: Contemporary black morocco over boards, title in gilt on two, spine with six raised bands, gilded gold edges ornaments, with a large gilt of the Cross on the upper board, with beautiful antique clasp which is in perfect condition, marbled front and end papers., Notes: The Bible is a collection of religious texts or scriptures sacred to Christians, Jews, Samaritans, Rastafari and others. It appears in the form of an anthology, a compilation of texts of a variety of forms that are all linked by the belief that they are collectively revelations of God. These texts include theologically-focused historical accounts, hymns, prayers, proverbs, parables, didactic letters, erotica, poetry, and prophecies. The Old Testament is the first section of the two-part Christian biblical canon; the second section is the New Testament. The Old Testament includes the books of the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) or protocanon, and in various Christian denominations also includes deuterocanonical books. Orthodox Christians, Catholics and Protestants use different canons, which differ with respect to the texts that are included in the Old Testament. The New Testament is the second division of the Christian biblical canon. The New Testament discusses the teachings and person of Jesus, as well as events in first-century Christianity. Christians regard both the Old and New Testaments together as sacred scripture., Size: 12mo. (165 x 100 mm). , Category: Book Religious Christianity.

Price: $875.00