MS 144: Composite manuscript including two texts, early 14th century
Contents
MS 144 contains the texts by early Christian monk and theologian, John Cassian, in the same hand.
ff. 1r-45v: 'De institutis coenobiorum', by Johannus Cassianus [John Cassian]
ff. 45v-103v: incomplete 'Collationes patrum in scetica eremo', by Johannus Cassianus [John Cassian]
The texts are described separately, under MS 144/ff. 1r-45v; MS 144/ff. 45v-103v.
Written in a clear Gothic hand. There are marginal notes in a modern hand.
There are rubrics and plain blue and red capitals and ornamental catchwords.
Dates
- Creation: early 14th century
Creator
- Cassian, John, c 360-c 435 (monk and ascetical writer) (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
Latin
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to all. The manuscripts can be consulted in the Centre for Research Collections, Edinburgh University Main Library.
Extent
1 bound MS volume
Custodial History
This is an Italian manuscript from its script and general appearance. There are few marks of ownership. A title and note in Italian on the inner cover may date from the 18th century, Manca un folio in mezzo e alia fine, and Joann. Cassianus M° del 1300.
David Laing's signature appears twice. The title on the back is obliterated, but the number 30 remains.
Previous title
Title given to the manuscript in Catherine Borland’s catalogue: Johannis Cassiani Instituta Cenobiorum, etc.
Previous reference
Laing 28
Physical Facet
Material: Vellum
Binding: Oak boards covered paper, clasp broken.
Collation: a12, b12, c11 (wants 10), d12- g12, h8, i12 =103.
Dimensions
23.50 cm X 17.15 cm
General
Secundo folio: quam ex ipso habitu
Foliation and number of lines to a page: ff. 103, double columns, 42 lines to a page.
Creator
- Cassian, John, c 360-c 435 (monk and ascetical writer) (Author, Person)
Source
- Laing, David, 1793-1878 (antiquarian, bookseller, and librarian of the Signet Library) (Former owner, Person)
Repository Details
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