Special Collection items in Hull Local Studies Library: Field's Preaching Bible, Elloughton

Reference No:
L SP/29
Dates:
1668-1800
Description:

'The Holy Bible containing the old Testament and the newly translated out of the original tongues and with the former translations diligently compared and reprised by his Majesties Speciall command appointed to be in read in Churches'. Printed by John Field, 1668.

A later addition at the front of the volume contains a chronological chart exhibiting the rise and progress of Christianity and Mahometanism throughout the world to the close of the 18th century. A note attached to the inside cover of the volume details the provenance of the Bible.

Previous reference: L.289.6(592) E from safe D

Format:
Archive Item
Extent:
1 volume
Language:
Access Conditions:
Access will be granted to any accredited reader
Repository:
Hull Local Studies Library
Collection:
Local Studies Special Collection