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Ritual Ordinance by Neophytus, 1214

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Identifier: MS 224

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MS 224: Ritual Ordinance by Neophytus
MS 224: Ritual Ordinance by Neophytus

Contents

The manuscript is an early copy of the original manuscript containing the Ritual Ordinance (Typike Diatheke, in Greek) written by Neophytus, a monk who laid down a set of monastic rules.

Dates

  • Creation: 1214

Creator

Language of Materials

Medieval Greek.

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

The manuscript was written in Cyprus in 1214 by a man called Basil, a priest and notary of the diocese of Paphos.

Previous reference

Laing 811

Previous title

Title given to the manuscript in Catherine Borland's catalogue: 'Ritual Ordinance' of Neophytus.

Bibliography

Warren, Rev. Frederick Edward. "The "Ritual Ordinance" of Neophytus. Archaeologia 47(1882): 1-36.

Physical Facet

Material: Vellum.

Dimensions

16.40 cm x 12 cm.

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Repository Details

Repository Details

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