Thumb Bible with Magnifying Glass

5j Holy Bible. Glasgow: David Bryce And Son, late 19th century.

Notes

The Holy Bible is a collection of sacred texts central to the Christian faith, composed of the Old and New Testaments. The Old Testament includes historical narratives, laws, poetry, and prophetic writings from ancient Israel, while the New Testament focuses on the life, teachings, and legacy of Jesus Christ and the early Christian church. Written over a span of centuries by multiple authors in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek, the Bible has been translated into thousands of languages and remains one of the most widely read and distributed books in the world. Its influence extends beyond religion into literature, culture, and ethics.

Miniature Bibles are compact versions of the Bible, typically small enough to fit in a pocket or palm. They often include either the full text or selected sections such as the New Testament or Psalms. Many are printed on thin paper with small but readable type and bound in simple or decorative covers. These editions became especially popular in the 19th and 20th centuries for use during travel, military service, or personal devotion. While not always intended for everyday reading, they serve as portable or symbolic representations of the larger biblical text.

Description

Brown leather wrapper binding. Gilt lettering to upper board and spine. Magnifying glass within the inside of the cover. Some mild wear to interior hinge. Fully intact. Fine condition.