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Syriac manuscripts

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Syriac manuscripts, 17th-19th century.
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volume 4 (Magical prayers against demons)Mixed materialRequest in advance MssCol 2941 volume 4 (Magical prayers against demons)Schwarzman Building - Manuscripts & Archives Room 328

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volume 3Mixed materialRequest in advance MssCol 2941 volume 3Schwarzman Building - Manuscripts & Archives Room 328

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volume 2Mixed materialRequest in advance MssCol 2941 volume 2Schwarzman Building - Manuscripts & Archives Room 328

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.63 linear foot (3 volumes)
Summary
Three Syriac manuscripts, dating from the 17th and 19th centuries, which focus on charms to cure and protect against diseases, reflecting folk belief and folk medicine practices of the Eastern Syriac community. These charms were used to cure diseases, avert dangers and mischief, protect against danger and drive away bodily distempers. The volumes are numbered "No. 2," "No. 3," and "No. 4." Nos. 2 and 4 date to the 17th century; No. 3 dates to the 19th century. No. 3 is illustrated.
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Call Number
MssCol 2941
OCLC
796803671
Title
Syriac manuscripts, 17th-19th century.
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