The Prince and the Plunder

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A manuscript including Weddase ‘Amlak: Prayers and Petitions for Seven Days of the Week (MS. 63) *

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What: A manuscript, probably from the 18th century, including Weddase ‘Amlak (Prayers and Petitions for Seven Days of the Week); Mahbara Me’emanan (Congregation of the Faithful) and a hymn to the Virgin Mary. Starts with an unfinished drawing of Mary and child.

Where: Bodleian Library, Broad St, Oxford OX1 3BG