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Hebrew Bible (1299) located in Perpignan (Kingdom
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Hebrew Bible (1299) located in Perpignan (Kingdom
Hebrew Bible (1299) located in Perpignan (Kingdom of Mallorca). Folio 13. Representation of the Ark of the Covenant open showing the Tablets of the Law, two cherubim and objects of the Temple of Jerusalem (Solomons Temple). Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris. National Library
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: The Hebrew Bible from Perpignan (1299) - A Vertical Miniature Painting of the Ark of the Covenant and the Temple of Jerusalem The captivating image before you is a vertical miniature painting extracted from the Hebrew Bible, which dates back to the year 1299. This significant artifact is currently housed in the National Library of France in Paris, with folio 13 serving as its home. This masterpiece was once part of the Kingdom of Mallorca, specifically in Perpignan. The painting offers a stunning representation of the Ark of the Covenant, an essential relic in Jewish tradition. The ark is depicted as being open, revealing the Tablets of the Law, which are the two stone tablets inscribed with the Ten Commandments. The cherubim, divine beings with the faces of humans, lions, and eagles, are shown guarding the ark, as described in Exodus 25:18-20. The painting also illustrates various objects associated with the Temple of Jerusalem, also known as Solomon's Temple. These objects include the menorah, the seven-branched candelabrum, and the shofar, a ram's horn used for religious purposes. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this miniature painting highlight the rich history and cultural significance of the Hebrew Bible. The painting's vertical orientation is a rarity, as most Hebrew Bibles from this era are typically illustrated with horizontal miniatures. This unique aspect adds to the painting's allure and historical importance. The Hebrew Bible from Perpignan (1299) is a testament to the enduring legacy of Jewish art and the intricate relationship between the Jewish people and their sacred texts.
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