Holy Bible

6B English version of the Polyglot Bible: Containing Old and New Testament. London: Samuel Bagster and Sons, ca. 1850.

Notes

The 1850 English version of the Polyglot Bible is a significant scholarly work that brought together multiple biblical texts in various languages for comparative study. Edited by Samuel Bagster, this Bible included texts in Hebrew, Greek, Latin, and English, allowing for an in-depth examination of the scriptures' original languages alongside the English translations. This edition aimed to enhance biblical understanding and foster more accurate interpretations by providing a comprehensive tool for theologians, linguists, and scholars of the Bible. The Polyglot Bible's meticulous compilation and presentation of the texts underscored the importance of linguistic and textual analysis in biblical studies.

Description

Beautiful rich brown embossed leather binding, five raised bands on spine, Holy Bible title on spine band. Gilt embossed turn-in’s. Gauffered edges. Fine condition.

Dimensions: 8 3/4 x 5 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches