Biblia Sacra (1585)

5B, printed in London 1585 Latin Bible 

Notes

The Biblia Sacra of 1585 is a Latin edition of the Holy Scriptures (Protestant Bible with Geneva notes) representing the scholarly and devotional heart of Renaissance Christianity. Printed during a time when Latin remained the universal language of the Church and learned study, this Bible reflects both the humanist precision of the era and the enduring reverence for sacred text. Many editions from this period were influenced by the Latin Vulgate—St. Jerome’s authoritative translation—often enriched with detailed commentary, ornate typefaces, and intricate woodcut illustrations. The 1585 Biblia Sacra exemplifies the craftsmanship and faith of its time, standing as both a work of theology and of art, connecting early modern readers to centuries of biblical trradition.

Description

Size: 9 1/2 x 7 x 2 1/2 inches 

18th Century binding, fully intact, brown leather with five raised bands on spine, gold tooling label "Biblia Sacra", gold tooling on front, good condition