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[Whole folio] Preface to the blessing for the Feast of St. Benedict, 11 July. St....

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[Whole folio] Preface to the blessing for the Feast of St. Benedict, 11 July. St. Benedict,identified by an inscription reading: 'S[an]c[tu]s Benedictus Abbas' is enthroned under a curtained arch, with the background either side filled with architectural motifs. He has a golden fillet, representing the crown of life, round his head, and is dressed in Mass vestments. He holds a golden book, presumably his Rule, on his knee, and proffers a golden crown. In the background are buildings symbolizing the Kingdom of Heaven. The miniature is set in a frame of 'Winchester' acanthus, with round corner bosses

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Benedictional of St. Aethelwold Author: Godeman / Winchester; 971-984 Language: Latin Source/Shelfmark: Add. 49598, f.99v

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