What: A 17th century Ethiopian manuscript of the Book of Hawi. A theological, moral and ascetic compilation. Deeds notes in Amharic.
Where: The British Library, 96 Euston Rd, London NW1 2DB
Ref: OR 778
Digital version – http://www.bl.uk/manuscripts/FullDisplay.aspx?ref=Or_778
Provenance:
Stamped inside cover: “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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