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Manuscript Folios, Isaiah 12:2-13:12

8th–9th century

Not on view

These folios are written in an archaizing biblical style in the Sahidic dialect of Coptic, which was spoken by Shenoute, the leader of the White Monastery Federation. The use of expensive parchment rather than less costly paper attests to the White Monastery’s thriving scriptorium and grand library.

Manuscript Folios, Isaiah 12:2-13:12, Red and black ink on parchment; 7 folios — This image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Manuscript Folios, Isaiah 12:2-13:12, Red and black ink on parchment; 7 folios

Manuscript Folios, Isaiah 12:2-13:12, Red and black ink on parchment; 7 folios

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Folio 1v

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Folio 2r

Title: Manuscript Folios, Isaiah 12:2-13:12

Date: 8th–9th century

Geography: Made in Egypt, White Monastery

Medium: Red and black ink on parchment; 7 folios

Dimensions: 16 9/16 x 13 3/8 in. (42 x 34 cm)

Classification: Manuscripts

Credit Line: Bibliothèque Nationale de France, Paris (Copte 129)²²

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