What: A 17th century Ethiopian manuscript including the Miracles of Mary. This Ms. was written for king Theophilus (A.D. 1708—11), whose name and that of his predecessor ‘lyasu I. are constantly mentioned.

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

Ref: OR 640
Digital version – http://www.bl.uk/manuscripts/FullDisplay.aspx?ref=Or_640

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