-Geneva Bible*

B, 1608 Geneva/Breeches Bible 

Notes

The Geneva Bible, first printed in 1560 and revised in 1599, is renowned for its influential translations and annotations. It was produced by English Protestant exiles in Geneva during the reign of Queen Mary I of England. Notably, it was the first English Bible to use verse divisions and became popular among Puritans and Reformers due to its theological notes and commentary. The term "Breeches Bible" arose from a translation in Genesis 3:7, where Adam and Eve sewed "breeches" or aprons from fig leaves, differing from earlier translations. This Bible significantly shaped English religious thought and biblical scholarship during the Elizabethan era.

Description

Beautiful rich brown leather with gold tooling around edges, five raised bands, very fine condition