MS 222: Gospel Lectionary, 12th century
Item
Identifier: MS 222
Greek manuscript: Gospel lectionary (MS 222)
Contents
A lectionary is a liturgical book which contains the readings (or lessons) for worship on any given day of the liturgical calendar. The text contained in this manuscript begins with the lesson for Easter Sunday. It also includes ekphonetic symbols, that is musical notations. The musical recitation of the Gospel is still used in the Greek Church, though it rests wholly on tradition, since the meaning of the ekphonetic signs is sometimes obscure. The probably originally showed the rise and fall of the voice and indicated certain stereotyped phrases, but did not give the precise notes used.
Writing
The text is in black, the musical recitation marks in red. Rubrics and headings are in red.
Illumination
There are some illuminated initials.
Dates
- 12th century
Language of Materials
Ancient Greek.
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
Previous reference
Laing 9.
Physical Facet
Material: Vellum.
Binding: Red plush.
Binding: Red plush.
Dimensions
29 cm x 22 cm.
General
Foliation and number of lines to a page: double columns.
Source
Repository Details
Part of the University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections Repository
Contact:
Centre for Research Collections
University of Edinburgh Main Library
George Square
Edinburgh EH8 9LJ Scotland
+44(0)131 650 8379
heritagecollections@ed.ac.uk
Centre for Research Collections
University of Edinburgh Main Library
George Square
Edinburgh EH8 9LJ Scotland
+44(0)131 650 8379
heritagecollections@ed.ac.uk