Folio on Christ's forgiveness, Circa 1100-1150 ce
Scope and Contents
This collection contains Medieval folios spanning an approximately 500 year period from 1100 to 1600 ce. These folios were purchased from private sellers for use in research and instruction at Macalester College.
Dates
- Circa 1100-1150 ce
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.
Historical Note
A folio from an early 12th century Italian manuscript, written in Carolingian miniscule. Pastedown with rough parchment. Sermon on charity and Christ’s forgiveness. References his care for sinners even though they reject him; a reference to the annoiting of feet; and the sinful woman, "noli me tangere" (don’t touch me), referring to Mary Magdalene.
Extent
From the Collection: 2 Linear Feet (1 flat boxes with artifacts in numbered poly sleeves labeled as "Folders" for purposes of arrangement.)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: Latin
From the Collection: German
From the Collection: French
From the Collection: Italian
From the Collection: Dutch; Flemish
Repository Details
Part of the Macalester College Archives Repository
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Macalester College Archives
DeWitt Wallace Library
Saint Paul Minnesota 55105 United States of America
651-696-6901
archives@macalester.edu