The Prince and the Plunder

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A manuscript containing a Homily in honour of the Archangel Michael (OR 613)

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What: An 18th century Ethiopian manuscript containing the miracles and discourses for the festivals of the Archangel Michael, arranged for the 12 months of the year, a hymn to Saint George and a hymn to the holy Trinity. Edges damaged

Where: The British Library, 96 Euston Rd, London NW1 2DB

Ref: OR 613
Digital version – http://www.bl.uk/manuscripts/FullDisplay.aspx?ref=Or_613

Provenance:
Stamped on the first page: “Presented by the Secretary of State for India Aug. 1868”
Listed as part of the “Magdala collection” in William Wright’s Catalogue of the Ethiopic manuscripts in the British Museum acquired since the year 1847

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