The instruction of novices, Early sixteenth century
Scope and Contents
A translation from the Latin 'Formula novitiorum', and divided into three books, the first of which is entitled 'the instruction of novices', the second, 'the reformation of the soul', and the third, 'the perfecting in religion'. 'Wrytten by the hand of Thomas Prestins brother of Syon.' Translated, with some omissions, from the treatise of David de Augusta ('De ordine minorum').
Dates
- Creation: Early sixteenth century
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Extent
1 volume(s) (189 leaves.)
Language of Materials
English
Custodial History
In the Library by the mid 1750s.
Physical Description
Paper.
Repository Details
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