Solomon's reflections on human life, 1650-1700
Scope and Contents
Sir Edward Gage (1626-1706), 1st Baronet. MS volume A collection of such maximes of Solomon, as are most proper to guide us to the felicity of both the present and the future life with reflections upon the maximes. The second part. Out of French. Done by Sr. Edward Gage. Mid-17C. Maxims in Latin from Old Testament books of Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon, each followed by a paraphrase in English, then 'Reflections'. The French source has not been traced. Bookplate of John Gage
Dates
- Creation: 1650-1700
Creator
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Extent
1 volume(s) (1 volume)
Language of Materials
English
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