Description
1 THESSALONIANS 1:1-4:7. TITLE. “The Trumpet of God.” (Eng. trans. 4:9, 15-17; 5:5). Illuminated in Paris, France, c.1240, on fine creamy vellum. Nearly full Headings. Clean, clear, sharp handwriting. Rubricated throughout, w. 5 scrolling capitals (1 LARGE, 11-lines), in RED and BLUE. 5.8″ x 3.8″ EXCELLENT+ condition; very small open tear to inner margin. 1st Thessalonians is recognized by scholars as the EARLIEST writing in the NT, c.50-52. For larger manuscripts, see under the “Bifold Portfolios” category.
