r/whatsthisworth • u/Slash5469 • Oct 05 '23

Ancient book (printed in 1585) found in grandfather's house. Any idea what this is worth? Likely Solved

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u/Flimsy_Meal_9199 Oct 05 '23

Translation

https://preview.redd.it/ckvihq6jtgsb1.jpeg?width=420&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8a9d9b4ca59af3c5f58cf5634bd622240aee1b10

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u/Flimsy_Meal_9199 Oct 05 '23

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u/Flimsy_Meal_9199 Oct 05 '23

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What is the meaning of bibliotheca? a library or collection of books Definition of 'bibliotheca'

a library or collection of books. 2. a printed catalogue compiled by a bibliographer.

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u/JimSFV Oct 06 '23

It’s probably a criticism of John Calvin, born 1509 and espoused predetermination.

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u/SiouxHawk Oct 06 '23

Predestination, actually.

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u/Effective-Elevator83 Oct 06 '23

Ok, I took if for some type of catechism, but a theological dissertation seems more likely.

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u/AntiqueChance8105 Oct 08 '23

Please take pictures of every page and post it online somewhere for translation, I would love to see the full text.