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Gordoun, Alexander, 1516-1574 (bishop-elect of Moray and administrator of the diocese of Caithness)

 Person

Staff Only

Dates

  • Existence: 1516 - 1574

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Martyrology (Use of Aberdeen), 16th century (after 1552)

 Item
Identifier: MS 50
Contents The manuscript is a Martyrology from the 16th century (after 1552) and originating in Scotland. A martyrology is a catalogue or list of martyrs and other saints arranged in the calendar order of their anniversaries or feasts. This specific manuscript is similar to the Aberdeen Breviary; it is Use of Aberdeen.The Kalendar with Obits starts on f.1r.The Martyrologium secundum usum Ecclesie Aberdonensis (Martyrology, Use of...
Dates: 16th century (after 1552)
Found in: University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections / Western Medieval Manuscripts