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Composite manuscript including two texts, early 14th century

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Identifier: MS 144

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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.

Writing

Written in a clear Gothic hand. There are marginal notes in a modern hand.

Illumination

There are rubrics and plain blue and red capitals and ornamental catchwords.

Dates

  • Creation: early 14th century

Creator

Language of Materials

Latin

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open to all. Please contact the repository in advance.

Full Extent

1 bound MS volume

Additional Description

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.

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Repository Details

Repository Details

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