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Hardback. Condition: V.g. 4th Edition. [xxxvi], 919pp, index[ xvii] pp. Latin text. Red and black titles and a fine block vignette beneath. Bound in the original full calf with raised bands. Engraved decorative head and tailpieces and initials. Lacking the rear free end-papers otherwise a complete copy of a rare book. Some damp staining to the rear upper margings generally not affecting the text. [Hermann Witsius (Herman Wits 1636- 1708].

circa 19,5 x 14,5 cm. 1 Blatt verso weiß Brustbild im Schriftoval auf Schriftsockel. Zu sehen ist der niederländische Theologe Hermann Witsius (auch Wits, 1636-1708), Pfarrer in Wormer, Goes und Leeuwarden sowie Professor der Theologie in Franeker, Utrecht und Leiden. - Gut erhalten.

Gebunden. Condition: New.

8.5 x 6.5, full vellum, 474 pp, 208 pp, indices, blind decorated vellum, boards detached, ex-lib, water stains to edges. Fourth edition.

Hardcover. Condition: g to vg. Third edition. Octavo (8 1/2 x 6 1/2"). [24], 535, [17], 242, [18]pp. Original full vellum with handwritten title to spine. Title in red and black lettering. Title vignette. Decorative head-, tailpieces and initials. Originally published in 1681, this work is the third edition of Hermann Witsius' "Exercitationes sacræ in symbolum quod Apostolorum dicitur et in Orationem Dominicam" (Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed and in the Lord's Prayer). In "Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed," Witsius "seeks to expound the truth of Scripture and apply it to life in a way that simultaneously expresses the spirit of Scripture. The work begins with a series of introductory studies which discuss such questions as the title of the Creed (Witsius recognizes that "Apostles" should be taken to refer to the apostolicity of the doctrine, not of the authors), the role of fundamental articles, and the nature of saving faith. Thereafter follows his phrase-by-phrase exposition of the substance of the Creed" (For more information see Sinclair B. Ferguson's Foreword of Hermann Witsius' "Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed" (2010), by RHB). In "Sacred dissertations on the Lord's Prayer," Witsius explores the significance and usage of the Lord's Prayer. He examines the definition and history of prayer throughout the Old Testament and then moves on to the practical and spiritual advantages of prayer, as well as motivations and physical aspects of prayer. Witsius finishes this volume with a thorough inspection of each line of the Lord's Prayer, providing a helpful analysis and commentary of this prayer of Christ. Minor darkening and age-toning to binding. Ex-library stamp on inside of front cover, and reference notice on inside of back cover. Text in Latin with some Hebrew and Greek. Binding in overall good, interior in good+ to very good condition. About the author: Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica).

Hardcover. Condition: f to vg. Third edition. Octavo (8 3/4 x 6 3/4"). [24], 492, [4]pp. Contemporary blind-stamped parchment, with handwritten title to spine. Raised bands. Additional engraved title by A. C. Fleischmann. Title page in red and black lettering. Publisher's device on title. Decorative head-, tailpieces and initials. Originally published in 1696, this third edition of Witsius' "Aegyptiaca et Dekaphylon" is a treatise on the religion of Egypt and the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel. It also includes an essay on the Christians under the reign of Marcus Aurelius. Binding partly darkened/water-stained, with closed tear along front joint. Ex-library sticker on spine and stamp on title page. Previous owner's name (Henry Allan) dated 1847 at upper margin of front free endpaper and fly leaf. Year "1717" written in ink at lower margin of title page (not affecting lettering). Minor and sporadic foxing throughout. Text in Latin, with some Hebrew and Greek. Binding in overall fair to good-, interior in good to very good condition. About the author: Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica).

Hardcover. Condition: g- to vg. First edition. Octavo (8 1/4 x 6 1/4"). [28], 859, [49]pp (Index). Contemporary full vellum, with handwritten title to spine. Additional engraved title by Dutch Golden Age painter and engraver Joseph Mulder (1658-1742) after a painting by Dutch Baroque era painter Gerard Hoet (1648-1733). Title vignette. Decorative initials and tailpieces. Scarce first edition of Hermann Witsius' compendium of religious works illustrated with eight full-page engravings by Jan van den Aveelen, including four double-page. Six of these appear in the text on Jewish law and ritual ("de Tabernaculi Levitici mysteriis"), and one includes an overflap showing the Ark of the Covenant. Age-toning to binding. Ex-library sticker at head of spine, and stamp on free front endpaper. Previous owner's gift inscription dated 1830 on fly leaf. Clear water-staining along fore-edge of the first two leaves, of Dedication, then sporadically along fore-edge of a few pages throughout 9not affecting lettering). Both hinges slightly starting. Sporadic foxing and age-toning throughout. Text in Latin with some Hebrew and Greek. Binding in overall good- to good, interior in good- to very good condition. About the author: Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica).

Hardcover. Condition: f to g+. Fourth edition. Octavo (8 3/4 x 7"). [28], 474, [34], 208, [16]pp. Original full blind-stamped parchment with handwritten title to spine. Raised bands. Title in red and black lettering. Publisher's device on title. Decorative head-, tailpieces and initials. Originally published in 1681, this work is the fourth edition of Hermann Witsius' "Exercitationes sacræ in symbolum quod Apostolorum dicitur et in Orationem Dominicam" (Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed and in the Lord's Prayer). In "Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed," Witsius "seeks to expound the truth of Scripture and apply it to life in a way that simultaneously expresses the spirit of Scripture. The work begins with a series of introductory studies which discuss such questions as the title of the Creed (Witsius recognizes that "Apostles" should be taken to refer to the apostolicity of the doctrine, not of the authors), the role of fundamental articles, and the nature of saving faith. Thereafter follows his phrase-by-phrase exposition of the substance of the Creed" (For more information see Sinclair B. Ferguson's Foreword of Hermann Witsius' "Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed" (2010), by RHB). In "Sacred dissertations on the Lord's Prayer," Witsius explores the significance and usage of the Lord's Prayer. He examines the definition and history of prayer throughout the Old Testament and then moves on to the practical and spiritual advantages of prayer, as well as motivations and physical aspects of prayer. Witsius finishes this volume with a thorough inspection of each line of the Lord's Prayer, providing a helpful analysis and commentary of this prayer of Christ. Binding partly darkened and water-stained. Ex-library stamp on front free endpaper and title (not affecting lettering). Previous owner's name in ink at upper margin of front free endpaper and fly leaf. Foxing and clear water-staining along edges of pages throughout. Text in Latin with some Hebrew and Greek. Binding in overall fair to good-, interior in good- to good+ condition. About the author: Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica).

Hardcover. Condition: vg. Third edition. Octavo (8 1/4 x 6 1/2"). [24], 26, 54, [6], 859, [73]pp. Modern grey linen with gilt lettered label on spine. Additional engraved title. Title page in red and black lettering. Separate title page for Johannes Marckius' funeral eulogy delivered on October 29, 1708. Title vignettes. Decorative head-, tailpieces and initials. Published four years after the death of its author*, this work is the third edition of Hermann Witsius' compendium of religious works. The book contains Johannes Marckius' funeral eulogy delivered on October 29, 1708, just a week after Hermann Witsius' passing. Includes four striking full-page engravings (unsigned) illustrating "De Tabernaculi Levitici mysteriis" and "De Sacerdotio Aaronis et Christi" (Book II). Also includes an extensive Index at rear. Modern endpapers. Ex-library stamp on inside of main title, and at inner margin of the first page of Dedication (both not affecting lettering). Contemporary previous owner's inscription at upper margin of fly leaf, and several marginalia in Latin throughout (not affecting lettering). Minor and sporadic age-toning and foxing. Text in Latin with some Hebrew and Greek. Binding and interior in overall very good condition. * Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica).

Hardcover. Condition: g+ to vg. First edition. Octavo (7 3/4 x 6"). [16], 700, [20]pp (Index and Errata sheet). Modern full parchment with black lettering to spine. Title page in red and black lettering. Title vignette. Decorative tailpieces and initials. Scarce first edition of Hermann Witsius'* magnum opus "De Oeconomia Foederum Dei Cum Hominibus" (The Economy of the Covenants between God and Man), a reflection of some of the most constructive and thorough thinking on covenant theology** during the 17th century. Divided into four books, "this work presents the reader with a fully biblical and experiential doctrine of the divine covenants; opening up their nature, stipulations, curses, and blessings" (Ligonier). Witsius was motivated to publish this work by his sorrow at the controversies between Voetians (adepts of Dutch Calvinist theologian Gisbertus Voetius) and Cocceians (adepts of Dutch theologian Johannes Cocceius). Includes an extensive Index and an Errata sheet at rear. Binding slightly and partly age-toned. Modern endpapers and fly leaves. Ex-library copy with stamp on title, at lower margin of Dedication's first page, and at lower margin of last leaf (Errata). Contemporary previous owner's scribble on title (not affecting lettering), and annotations in Latin at lower margin of the "Ordo Librorum & Capitum" leaf (also not affecting lettering). Text in Latin. Binding and interior in overall good+ to very good condition. * Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica). ** "Covenant theology (also known as Covenantalism, Federal theology, or Federalism) is a conceptual overview and interpretive framework for understanding the overall flow of the Bible. It uses the theological concept of a covenant as an organizing principle for Christian theology" (Wikipedia).

Hardcover. Condition: g- to vg. Second edition. Octavo (8 1/4 x 6 1/2"). [24], 535, [17], 240, [8]pp. Original full vellum with handwritten title to spine. Title page in red and black lettering. Title vignette. Decorative head-, tailpieces and initials. Originally published in 1681, this work is the second edition of Hermann Witsius' "Exercitationes sacræ in symbolum quod Apostolorum dicitur et in Orationem Dominicam" (Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed and in the Lord's Prayer). In "Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed," Witsius "seeks to expound the truth of Scripture and apply it to life in a way that simultaneously expresses the spirit of Scripture. The work begins with a series of introductory studies which discuss such questions as the title of the Creed (Witsius recognizes that "Apostles" should be taken to refer to the apostolicity of the doctrine, not of the authors), the role of fundamental articles, and the nature of saving faith. Thereafter follows his phrase-by-phrase exposition of the substance of the Creed" (For more information see Sinclair B. Ferguson's Foreword of Hermann Witsius' "Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed" (2010), by RHB). In "Sacred dissertations on the Lord's Prayer," Witsius explores the significance and usage of the Lord's Prayer. He examines the definition and history of prayer throughout the Old Testament and then moves on to the practical and spiritual advantages of prayer, as well as motivations and physical aspects of prayer. Witsius finishes this volume with a thorough inspection of each line of the Lord's Prayer, providing a helpful analysis and commentary of this prayer of Christ. Minor age-toning to binding. Ex-library label on inside of front cover. Previous owner's inscription in ink at upper margin of front free endpaper and title page. Sporadic clear water-staining along edges of pages throughout. Text in Latin with some Hebrew and Greek. Binding in good+, interior in good- to very good condition. About the author: Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica).

Hardcover. Condition: g to vg. Second edition. Octavo (7 3/4 x 6 1/4"). [58], 859, [49]pp. Original full blind-stamped parchment, with handwritten lettering to spine. Raised bands. Additional engraved title by Dutch Golden Age painter and engraver Gerard Hoet. Title page in red and black lettering. Title vignette. Decorative head-, tailpieces and initials. Originally published in 1692, this work is the second edition of Hermann Witsius' compendium of religious works. It includes eight full-page engravings by Jan van den Aveelen, including four double-page. Six of these appear in the text on Jewish law and ritual ("de Tabernaculi Levitici mysteriis"), and one includes an overflap showing the Ark of the Covenant. At the end of the Preface has been added a large engraved portrait of the author by Pieter van Gunst after a painting by Gerard Hoet. The portrait is dated 1700 and comes from a later edition of Witsius' "Miscellaneorum Sacrorum" published in Amsterdam and Utrecht in 1700 by Francisci Halmae (François Halma). Also includes an extensive Index at rear. Minor foxing and darkening to binding. Ex-library bookplate on inside of front cover. Minor and sporadic clear water-staining at upper, lower or outer margin of pages (never affecting lettering). Slight rippling to pages due to damp exposure. Otherwise pages are extremely clean and white. Text in Latin, with some Hebrew and Greek. Binding in overall good+ to very good, interior in good to very good condition. About the author: Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica).

Hardcover. Condition: g- to vg. First edition. Octavo (8 1/8 x 6 1/4"). [16], 951, [57]pp (Index). Contemporary full vellum, with handwritten title to spine. Title page in red and black lettering. Copperplate title vignette. Decorative head-, tailpieces and initials. Scarce first edition of the second volume of Hermann Witsius' compendium of religious work containing 23 academic exercises in public disputation, preaching, and lecturing intended to solidify learning and churchly skills. Also includes the essay: "Conciliatory Animadversions on the Controversies agitated in Britain under the Names of Antinomians and Neonomians," as well as five orations, including the following: - "De vero Theologo," delivered on May 16th, 1675, in Franeker, on the occasion of his investiture as professor of Theology. - "De praestantia veritatis Evangelicae," delivered on May 2nd, 1680, in Utrecht, upon his appointment as professor in Divinity. - "De Theologo modesto," delivered on the 16th of October 1698, on his entrance upon the professorship of Divinity at Leiden. Binding age-toned and partly darkened. Ex-library bookplates on inside of front cover, and stamp on title page. Contemporary previous owner's name in ink on inside margin of title (not affecting lettering). Clear water-staining at upper margin of the last three leaves of "Dedicatio" (not affecting lettering). Minor and sporadic foxing / age-toning throughout. Text in Latin. Binding in overall good-, interior in good to very good condition. About the author: Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica).

Hardcover. Condition: g- to g+. Third edition. Quarto (9 5/8 x 8"). [36], 919, [17]pp (Index). Original full calf with gold lettering and tooling to spine. Title page in red and black lettering. Title vignette. Decorative head-, tailpieces, and initials. Third edition of Hermann Witsius'* magnum opus "De Oeconomia Foederum Dei Cum Hominibus" (The Economy of the Covenants between God and Man), a reflection of some of the most constructive and thorough thinking on covenant theology** during the 17th century. Divided into four books, "this work presents the reader with a fully biblical and experiential doctrine of the divine covenants; opening up their nature, stipulations, curses, and blessings" (Ligonier). Witsius was motivated to publish this work by his sorrow at the controversies between Voetians (adepts of Dutch Calvinist theologian Gisbertus Voetius) and Cocceians (adepts of Dutch theologian Johannes Cocceius). Includes an extensive Index at rear. Binding darkened and partly rubbed on covers and along edges. Closed tear to upper and lower front joint. Gold tooling mostly faded. Ex-library bookplate on inside of front cover. Previous owner's stamp at outer margin of title (not affecting lettering). Moderate foxing to endpapers anf fly leaves. Some offsetting to pages. Text in Latin. Binding in overall fair to good-, interior in good to good+ condition. * Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica). ** "Covenant theology (also known as Covenantalism, Federal theology, or Federalism) is a conceptual overview and interpretive framework for understanding the overall flow of the Bible. It uses the theological concept of a covenant as an organizing principle for Christian theology" (Wikipedia).

Hardcover. Condition: g to vg. Later edition. Octavo (8 3/4 x 7"). [28], 26, 54pp (Oratio funebris), [6], 859, [73]pp (Index) (Vol. 1); [16], 951, [57]pp (Index) (Vol. 2); [32], 919, [17]pp (Index) (Vol. 3). Contemporary blind-stamped parchment, with handwritten title to spines. Raised bands. First volume with an engraved frontispiece portrait of the author by W. P. Kilian, and with an additional engraved title. Series comprising the complete set of Hermann Witsius' compendium of religious works in two volumes ("Miscellaneorum sacrorum"), and his magnum opus "De Oeconomia Foederum Dei Cum Hominibus, Libri Quatuor" (The Economy of the Covenants Between God and Man). - The first volume of "Miscellaneorum sacrorum," published in 1733, is the third edition, but contains the first edition (with separate title page dated 1712) of Johannes Marckius' "Oratio funebris, in obitum plurimum reverendi, doctissimi, et celeberrimi viri, Hermannii Witsii," a funeral eulogy delivered on October 29, 1708, just a week after Hermann Witsius' passing. It includes eight full-page engravings (unsigned), including four double-page. Six of these appear in the text on Jewish law and ritual ("de Tabernaculi Levitici mysteriis"), and one includes an overflap showing the Ark of the Covenant. Also includes an extensive Index at rear. - The second volume of "Miscellaneorum sacrorum," published in 1712, is the second edition. It contains 23 academic exercises in public disputation, preaching, and lecturing intended to solidify learning and churchly skills. Also includes the essay: "Conciliatory Animadversions on the Controversies agitated in Britain under the Names of Antinomians and Neonomians," as well as five orations, including the following: - "De vero Theologo," delivered on May 16th, 1675, in Franeker, on the occasion of his investiture as professor of Theology. - "De praestantia veritatis Evangelicae," delivered on May 2nd, 1680, in Utrecht, upon his appointment as professor in Divinity. - "De Theologo modesto," delivered on the 16th of October 1698, on his entrance upon the professorship of Divinity at Leiden. This second volume also includes an extensive Index at rear. [WITH] "De Oeconomia Foederum Dei Cum Hominibus, Libri Quatuor" (The Economy of the Covenants Between God and Man) is Hermann Witsius' magnum opus. Divided into four books, "this work presents the reader with a fully biblical and experiential doctrine of the divine covenants; opening up their nature, stipulations, curses, and blessings" (Ligonier). Witsius was motivated to publish this work by his sorrow at the controversies between Voetians (adepts of Dutch Calvinist theologian Gisbertus Voetius) and Cocceians (adepts of Dutch theologian Johannes Cocceius). Originally published in 1677, this 1712 copy is the fourth edition of Witsius' important work. Includes an extensive Index at rear. Bindings partly age-toned and water-stained. Closed tear along front joint of second volume. Ex-library stamp and reference number on additional engraved title in first volume. Previous owner's name (Henry Allan) dated 1847 at upper margin of front free endpaper (Vol. 3), and at upper margin of fly leaf (Vols. 1 and 2). Volume 1 has minor and sporadic foxing throughout. Pages of second volume are water-stained along edges, with minor and sporadic foxing throughout. Minor and sporadic foxing throughout volume 3. Text in Latin. Bindings in overall fair to good, interior in fair to good (Vol. 2) to good+ and very good (Vols. 1 and 3). About the author: Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica).

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1698 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 65 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 65.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1697 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 17 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 17.

[WITSIUS, HERMANN]. Hermanni Witsii, Exercitationes Sacrae in Symbolum Quod Apostolorum Dicitur, et in Orationem Dominicam. Basileae [Basel]: Apud Joh. Rudolphum [Johann Rudolph], MDCCXXXIX. [1739]. FIFTH EDITION. Two parts in one; leather-bound; hardcover; quarto (22 x 17.5 x 4 cm); pp. [16], 412, [4], 188, [3]. Latin text. Bound in contemporary vellum over stiff boards; initial and terminal blanks; title printed in red and black with woodcut printers device; printed side-notes; rear indexes. Condition: GOOD. Collated complete. Binding tight and secure. Covers with moderate marking. A few leaves toned with rust spots. Y3-2A4 with small worm tract in the bottom margin avoiding text. Notes: Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was "Professor of Divinity in the Universities of Franeker, Utrecht, and Leyden. A brilliant and devout student, he was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew by the age of 15, when he entered the University of Utrecht. He was ordained at 21 and served in several pastorates, filling both the pulpit and the academic chair over the course of his life" (Encyclopedia Britannica). In "Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed," Witsius "seeks to expound the truth of Scripture and apply it to life in a way that simultaneously expresses the spirit of Scripture. The work begins with a series of introductory studies which discuss such questions as the title of the Creed (Witsius recognizes that "Apostles" should be taken to refer to the apostolicity of the doctrine, not of the authors), the role of fundamental articles, and the nature of saving faith. Thereafter follows his phrase-by-phrase exposition of the substance of the Creed" (see Sinclair B. Ferguson's Foreword of Hermann Witsius' "Sacred dissertations on the Apostles' Creed" (2010), by RHB). Witsius explores the significance and usage of the Lord's Prayer. He examines the definition and history of prayer throughout the Old Testament and then moves on to the practical and spiritual advantages of prayer, as well as motivations and physical aspects of prayer. Witsius finishes this volume with a thorough inspection of each line of the Lord's Prayer, providing a helpful analysis and commentary of this prayer of Christ.

Hardcover. Condition: Gut. 16 Blatt, 919 S., 8 Blatt Indices. Blindgeprägter Pergamentband der Zeit mit handschriftlichem Rückentitel. Vierte Auflage des systematischen Hauptwerks des reformierten niederländischen Theologen Herman Wits (1636-1708). Ausgeschiedenes Bibliotheksexemplar: das Vorsatzpapier gestempelt und der Rücken mit kleinem Signaturschildchen. Die ersten und die letzten Seiten jeweils mit kleinem Wurmgang am Seitenrand, insgesamt handelt es sich jedoch um ein noch gut erhaltenes Exemplar mit nur leichten Gebrauchsspuren.

Condition: Sehr gut. [6] Bl., 518, (recte 526 S. S. 145 - 152 doppelt paginiert), [11] Bl.[Index], 2 farb-Titel mit Kupferstichvignette. Text in lateinischer Schrift Enth.: Praelectiones de Vita Et Rebus Gestis Pauli Apostoli. Dissertationum Exegeticarum Duodecas. Commentarius In Epistolam Iudae Apostoli. 5440 Altersfreigabe FSK ab 0 Jahre la Gewicht in Gramm: 700 21 cm, professionell neu gebunden, Ppbd. mit Rückenschild, Farbschnitt, außen wie innen völlig frisch, ausgezeichnet erhaltenes und restauriertes Exemplar. .

Calf. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. MULDER, Joseph (illustrator). Second. [xvi] + 492pp, additional engraved title by Goeree & Mulder, bound in old calf, neatly & expertly re-spined, raised bands, title label of black morocco with gilt lettering onlaid, contemporary signature on title, paper clean and bright, very good condition, Excudit Gerardus Borstius, Amsterdam, 1696. * a treatise on the religion of Egypt and the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel. Latin text interspersed with Greek, Hebrew, etc.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, delving into the history of the Hebrew word 'Nebiim', sheds light on the enigmatic figure of the Old Testament prophet. The author examines the term's multifaceted meanings, from its origins as 'friend of God' to its association with divine revelation and prophetic utterance. Exploring the various roles prophets playedâ"as intermediaries between God and humanity, expounders of sacred mysteries, and conveyors of God's messagesâ"the book reveals their profound impact on the development of the ancient Israelite religion. Through meticulous textual analysis, the author uncovers the evolution of the term 'Nebiim' over time, as it transformed from a general descriptor of God's confidants to a specific designation for individuals who received and proclaimed divine revelations. This captivating study offers fresh insights into the nature of prophecy in the Old Testament, illuminating the rich spiritual and historical context that shaped the voices of God's chosen messengers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Ed. quarta. 16 Bl., 919 S., 9 Bl., Pgmt. d. Zt.m. Rückentitel. Einband fleckig. Rückengelenk nahezu komplett eingrissen. Ecke von Vorderdeckel ca. 1 cm abgeschnitten. Vorsatz geknickt. Papier teils fleckig u. teils mit größerem Feuchtigkeitswand.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1697 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 18 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: Latin.

Herbornae Nassauviorum [Herborn, NL], sumptibus Johannis Nicolai Andreae, anno 1717. Un volume in-4° (166 x 209 mm) de [22]+492+[4, catalogue du libraire] pages, plus un titre- frontispice gravé signé A[uguste] C[hristian] Fleischmann, Norib[de Nuremberg]. Suite à une erreur de relieur les 4 pages du catalogue du libraire sont intercalées entre les pages 490 et 491. Reliure de l'époque en plein veau moucheté, dos à nerfs orné, pièce de titre brune, tranches rouges. Charnières un peu frottées, coiffes restaurées. Troisième édition de cet ouvrage d'Hermann Wits (Enkhuizen, NL, 1636 Leyde, NL, 1708), pasteur, puis professeur de théologie à Franeker (1675), Utrecht (1680), et Leyde (1698). La première édition et la seconde en parurent chez Gerard Borst à Amsterdam en 1683, respectivement 1696.

Small 4to, pp. [16], 492; engraved title page; contemporary full blindstamped vellum, title in ink on spine; some minor worming in the lower margins of the first dozen or so leaves neatly repaired; a very good, sound copy. Hermann Witsius (1636-1708) was a renown Dutch theologian noted for his efforts to reconcile the "federal" system of theology of Johannes Cocceius with orthodoxy. This work is a treatise on the religion of Egypt and the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel. Ibrahim-Hilmy II, p. 339.