Anderson, Erica; Eugene Exman. [Albert Schweitzer]

Le Monde D’Albert Schweitzer.

Paris : A. Michel, 1955.

First edition of this work on the Nobel laureate. Quarto, original wrappers. Presentation copy, inscribed by Schweitzer on the front free endpaper, “To Mr. Jean Marie Dubernard upon leaving Lambaréné with my good thoughts, Albert Schweitzer Lambaréné, 18 March 1957.” Photographs by Erica Anderson. Text by Eugene Exman. Preface by Daniel Halevy. In near fineContinue reading "Le Monde D’Albert Schweitzer."

The Book of Common Prayer, and Administration of the Sacraments, and Other Rites and Ceremonies of the Church, According to the Use of the Church of England: Together with the Psalter or Psalms of David, Pointed as they are to be sung or said in Churches.

Cambridge : Printed by John Archdeacon, 1771.

Rare 18th century Book of Common Prayer. Small octavo, bound in full contemporary calf tie gilt tooling to the spine in six compartments within raised bands, double gilt ruing and cornerpieces to the front and rear panels, all edges gilt, marbled endpapers. In very good condition. Ownership inscriptions. Desirable in a contemporary binding.

Schweitzer, Albert

Albert Schweitzer Autograph Signed Photograph.

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Large photograph of Albert Schweitzer in Lambarene purchasing supplies for the hospital, signed and inscribed by him. The entire piece measures 13 inches by 11 inches. One of the largest signed photographs we have seen or handled.

Baba, Meher

God to Man And Man To God.

London : Victor Gollancz Ltd, 1955.

First edition of this work by Meher Baba. Octavo, original cloth. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. With an introduction by C.B. Purdom.

French Book of Prayer.

Paris c. 1697.

Rare late 17th century Book of Prayer. Octavo, bound in one quarter vellum over speckled red boards with a hand painted coat of arms to the front panel, all edges red, illustrated with two engravings, text in French manuscript. Dedicated on the title page to Madame de Maintenon. In very good condition.

Illustrated by Romeyn De Hooghe

Biblia, Dat is, De gantsche H. Schriftuure vervattende alle de Boeken des Ouden ende Nieuwen Testaments; Nu Van nieuws uyt D.M. Luthers Hoogduitse Bybel in onze Nederlandsche Taale getrouwelyk overgezet, Tot dienst van de Christelyke Gemeynten, d’Onveranderde Augsburgsche Confessie toegedaan in deeze Nederlanden. [Biblia Neerlandica].

Amsterdam : Jacob Lindenberg, 1702.

Rare early 18th century Dutch Luther Bible illustrated with exquisite engravings by renowned Dutch Baroque artist Romeyn de Hooghe. Folio, original full calf with ruling and central motifs to the panels stamped in blind, brass cornerpieces and clasps, illustrated with engravings including frontispiece portrait of Martin Luther, pictorial title page, portrait of Henricus Vos. Amstelodamensis,Continue reading "Biblia, Dat is, De gantsche H. Schriftuure vervattende alle de Boeken des Ouden ende Nieuwen Testaments; Nu Van nieuws uyt D.M. Luthers Hoogduitse Bybel in onze Nederlandsche Taale getrouwelyk overgezet, Tot dienst van de Christelyke Gemeynten, d’Onveranderde Augsburgsche Confessie toegedaan in deeze Nederlanden. [Biblia Neerlandica]."

Schweitzer, Albert

Albert Schweitzer Autograph Letter Signed.

1960.

Rare autograph letter signed by and entirely in the hand of French physician and Nobel Laureate Albert Schweitzer. One page, text in French. The letter is addressed to Miss Mary Hebe Degler of Lancaster, Pennsylvania and reads in part, “Thank you for very much for the beautiful photographs. The are very natural. All is wellContinue reading "Albert Schweitzer Autograph Letter Signed."

Gandhi, Mohandas K. [Mahatma]

Mohandas K. Gandhi Autograph Note Collection.

1926.

Rare autograph note collection in the hand of the Father of the Nation of India, Mahatma Gandhi, written at the height of the struggle for Indian Independence. The collection includes two autograph notes, two autograph letters, and three autograph postcards with Gandhi’s “Blessings” inscribed at the conclusion of each. The postcards are postmarked May 27,Continue reading "Mohandas K. Gandhi Autograph Note Collection."

Merton, Thomas

The Waters of Siloe.

New York : Harcourt, Brace and Company, 1949.

First edition of Merton’s companion volume to his famed The Seven Storey Mountain. Octavo, original cloth, pictorial endpapers, illustrated, frontispiece. Signed by Thomas Merton on the title page. Near fine in a very good dust jacket.

Newton, Richard [Dwight L. Moody]

The King’s Highway or Illustrations of the Commandments.

New York : Robert Carter and Brothers, 1870.

Rare early edition of this work by Newton. Octavo, original cloth, illustrated. Presentation copy, inscribed by Moody on the front free endpaper, “To John Syme D.L. Moody My dear Brother be useful be earnest be fruitful and the blessing of God will rest on you.” In good condition. Signatures of the legendary evangelist are rare,Continue reading "The King’s Highway or Illustrations of the Commandments."

Lincoln, Jackson Steward. Introduction by C. G. Seligman

The Dream in Primitive Cultures.

London : The Cresset Press, 1935.

First edition of the author’s doctorate thesis on the theory and function of dreams in primitive cultures. Octavo, original cloth, engraved frontispiece. In very good condition with toning to the spine. Very rare.

Miniature Book of Hours Illuminated Manuscript Leaf Collection.

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Rare collection of six illuminated leaves from three late 15th century Books of Hours. Six vellum leaves decorated with illuminated initials and borders. Each leaf is framed allowing visibility of both sides of each page. In near fine condition. An exceptional collection.

Wright, N.T

The New Testament and the People of God.

Minneapolis : Fortress Press, 1992.

Early printing of this work by the award-winning theologian. Octavo, original illustrated wrappers. Inscribed by N.T. Wright on the title page. In good condition with some dampstaining.

Calmet, Antoine Augustin. Translated by Giovanni Domenico Mansi

Dictionarium Historicum, Criticum, Chronologicum, Geographicum, et Literale Sacrae Scripturae, Cum figuris Antiquitates Judaicas repraesentantibus Authore R.P.D. Augustino Calmet Ordinis S. Benedicti Abbate, E Gallico in Latinum translatum A Joanne Dominico Mansi, Congregationis Matris Dei, Lucensi.

Venetiis : Apud Sebastianum Coleti, 1757.

Second Venetian edition of Giovanni Domenico Mansi’s Latin translation of Antoine Augustin Calmet’s dictionary of the Holy Scriptures, perhaps the most famous and meticulous exegetical, historical and geographical dictionary of the Holy Scriptures produced. Folio, 2 volumes bound in full vellum with morocco spine labels, all edges speckled red, elaborately illustrated with full-page woodcut engravings,Continue reading "Dictionarium Historicum, Criticum, Chronologicum, Geographicum, et Literale Sacrae Scripturae, Cum figuris Antiquitates Judaicas repraesentantibus Authore R.P.D. Augustino Calmet Ordinis S. Benedicti Abbate, E Gallico in Latinum translatum A Joanne Dominico Mansi, Congregationis Matris Dei, Lucensi."

Confucius

The Morals of Confucius, A Chinese Philosopher.

London : T. Horne, 1706.

Rare second edition in English of The Morals of Confucius. Small octavo, bound in full contemporary sheep contemporary sheep. In very good condition, toning to the extremities.

Kung, Hans

On Being A Christian.

Garden City, NY : Doubleday and Company, 1976.

First edition, early printing of this landmark work. Octavo, original cloth. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the title page, “To my friend Matthew: confidence and courage! Hans Kung.” Near fine in a very good dust jacket. Jacket design by Robert Aulicino. Translated by Edward Quinn.

Missale Romanum, ex Decreto Sacrosancti Concilii Tridentini Restitutum S.PIIV. Pontificis Maximi Jussu Editum: Clementis VII. Et Urbani PP. VII.

Augsburg : Philippi Jacobi Veith, 1739.

Rare 18th century printing of the Roman Missal. Folio, bound in full contemporary black morocco with gilt tooling to the spine in seven compartments within raised gilt bands, elaborate triple gilt ruling to the front and rear panels, brass edges and engraved clasps, gauffered edges, marbled pastedowns and green, blue, and purple silk ribbons laidContinue reading "Missale Romanum, ex Decreto Sacrosancti Concilii Tridentini Restitutum S.PIIV. Pontificis Maximi Jussu Editum: Clementis VII. Et Urbani PP. VII."

Borg, Marcus & Wright, N.T

The Meaning of Jesus: Two Visions.

San Francisco : Harper Collins, 1999.

First edition of this work by theologians Borg and Wright. Octavo, original half cloth. Presentation copy, inscribed by Borg on the front free endpaper prior to publication, “Dec. ’98 To Maren, From one who knows yours parents, and with best wishes. Marcus Borg.” Fine in a fine dust jacket.

Eddy, Mary Baker

Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures.

Boston : Published by the Author, 1886.

Early printing of the central text of the Christian Science which continues to rank as a best-seller to this day. Octavo, bound in contemporary three quarters morocco over marbled boards, gilt titles and tooling to the spine, marbled endpapers, all edges marbled. Association copy, inscribed by the author on the second free endpaper in theContinue reading "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures."

Wise, Isaac Mayer

The Combat of the People; or Hillel and Herod: A Historical Romance of The Time of Herod I.

Cincinnati : Bloch & Co, 1859.

First edition of American Reform Rabbi Isaac Mayer Wise’s historical account of the era of Herod I. Octavo, contemporary cloth over boards, lacking the front free endpaper, library bookplate to the front pastedown, later collector’s stamps to the title page, with some rubbing and wear to the extremities. In good condition. Rare.

Gandhi, Mohandas K. (M.K.)

Mohandas K. Gandhi Signed Photograph.

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Rare signed photograph depicting Mohandas K. Gandhi in profile with his palms pressed together, inscribed in Gujarati (“[Truth at all costs]”) and signed in English M.K. Gandhi on the image in blue ink. With an autographed letter signed from Amrit Kaur, the secretary to Gandhi and later Health Minister of India, to Sgt. John McAleer,Continue reading "Mohandas K. Gandhi Signed Photograph."

Aquinas, Thomas

Summa Theologica Sancti Thomae Aquinatis, Divinae Voluntatis Interpretis: Sacri Ordinis Praedicatorum.

Parisiis : Sumptibus Maturini Henault, 1638.

Early printing of Aquinas’ seminal work. Folio, bound in full leather with a red morocco spine label lettered in gilt, woodcut engraving of Aquinas in prayer to the title page. In very good condition with tape repairs to the title page.

Peterson, Eugene H

The Message: The Bible In Contemporary Language.

Colorodo : Navpress, 2002.

First edition of the Message translation of the Bible. Octavo, original boards. Presentation copy, inscribed by Eugene Peterson on the half-title page, who has written out the opening verse of Genesis, “For John- The peace of our Lord Eugene H. Peterson 23 April 2015 First this: God created the heavens and the earth- All youContinue reading "The Message: The Bible In Contemporary Language."

Wouk, Herman

This Is My God.

Garden City, New York : Doubleday & Company, 1959.

First edition of Wouk’s classic introduction to Judaism. Octavo, original cloth. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the title page, “For David and Dan in memory of Uncle Alex Herman Wouk. Fine in a near fine dust jacket with a touch of rubbing. Jacket design by Robert Galster.

Rare 18th Century Heart-Shaped Christian Broadside.

Germany c. 1780.

Rare late 18th century liturgical broadside. Printed broadside mounted on a decorated heart-shaped hardwood frame with a hand-painted botanical border containing Protestant liturgical chants, daily prayers, and hymns. Text in Latin. In very good condition. Scarce and desirable.

Merton, Thomas

The Sign of Jonas.

New York : Harcourt, Brace and Company, 1953.

First edition of the daily journal of American Trappist monk Thomas Merton. Octavo, original cloth, pictorial endpapers. Signed by Thomas Merton on the title page. Near fine in a near fine price-clipped dust jacket.

Merton, Thomas

The Seven Storey Mountain.

New York : Harcourt, Brace & World, 1948.

First edition, first-issue binding in white cloth and in the first-issue dust jacket with the photo on rear panel captioned: “Author is second from the left.” Signed by Thomas Merton on the half-title page. Fine in a very good dust jacket. Housed in a custom half morocco clamshell box. Signed first editions are rare.

Mother Teresa and Helmut Kohl

Mother Teresa and Helmut Kohl Signed Photograph.

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Black and white photographic portrait of Mother Teresa and German Chancellor Helmut Kohl. Signed by Mother Teresa, “God bless you M. Teresa mc” and signed by Helmut Kohl. Mother Teresa and Chancellor Kohl met on July 13, 1986 at Mother Teresa’s home in Oggersheim. Kohl gained a reputation for his strong commitment to European integration and French–GermanContinue reading "Mother Teresa and Helmut Kohl Signed Photograph."

Waugh, Evelyn; Illustrated by Reynolds Stone

The Holy Places. With Wood Engravings by Reynolds Stone.

New York and London : The Queen Anne Press; The British Book Centre, 1953.

Signed limited issue, number 23 of 50 specially bound copies, signed by both the author and illustrator Reynolds Stone, from a total edition of 1,000 copies. Quarto, original red morocco, gilt titles to the spine, gray endpapers, top edge gilt. Frontispiece woodcut and title page printed in brown, 3 further woodcuts in text printed in black.Continue reading "The Holy Places. With Wood Engravings by Reynolds Stone."

Dana, James (Jonathan Edwards)

The “Examination of the Late Rev’d President Edwards’s Enquiry on Freedom of Will,” Continued.

New Haven : Printed for Thomas and Samuel Green, 1773.

First edition of American Protestant clergyman James Dana’s second published response to Jonathan Edwards’ Inquiry into the Modern Prevailing Notions of the Freedom of the Will, preceded by Dana’s prior examination of the same subject published anonymously in 1770. Octavo, original three-quarter period calf over marbled boards, gilt titles to the spine, morocco spine labels,Continue reading "The “Examination of the Late Rev’d President Edwards’s Enquiry on Freedom of Will,” Continued."

Chambers, Oswald

Biblical Ethics.

London : Simpkin Marshall, 1941.

First edition of Chambers’ work on Biblical ethics. Octavo, original cloth. Near fine in the rare original dust jacket with light wear.

Gibran, Kahlil

Jesus: The Son of Man.

New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 1928.

First edition of Kahlil Gibran’s masterful retelling of the story of Jesus of Nazareth. Octavo, original cloth, illustrations by the author. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author in the year of publication on the front free endpaper, “For Roy and D. from Howard and Bill With the blessing upon you four, and with the gratitudeContinue reading "Jesus: The Son of Man."

Pope Pius XI. (Ambrogio Damiano Achille Ratti)

Pope Pius XI Hand-Illuminated Benediction Signed.

c. 1930.

Rare hand-illuminated apostolic benediction signed by Pope Pius XI with a circular portrait of him. The blessing in elaborate script reads, “Most Holy Father, Margaret, Katherine, Regina, John, Leo and Charles Lougrhan, humbly prostrate at the feet of Your Holiness beg one special blessing.” Signed by the pope at the conclusion, “Pope PP. XI.” InContinue reading "Pope Pius XI Hand-Illuminated Benediction Signed."

Balinese Palm Leaf Prayer Manuscript.

Indonesia c. 16th century.

Rare Balinese palm leaf manuscript. Eight leaves, inscribed on both sides in Hindu text manuscript, binding thread intact. In near fine condition.

Heschel, Abraham Joshua

Man Is Not Alone: A Philosophy of Religion.

Philadelphia : Jewish Publication Society of America, 1951.

First edition of this modern classic of Jewish theology. Octavo, original cloth. Near fine in the rare original dust jacket with some chips and rubbing. Jacket designed by Marshall Lee.

Leeser, Isaac

The Law of God.

Philadelphia : C. Sherman, 5605, 1845-46.

First edition of the “first English translation of the Pentateuch in America,” the 1845 Hebrew-English Bible by one of the most prominent and influential figures in American Jewish history. Octavo, 5 volumes. Translated by Isaac Leeser. Bound in full contemporary calf, gilt titles and tooling to the spine. In near fine condition. A nice example,Continue reading "The Law of God."

Leeser, Isaac

Discourses, Argumentative and Devotional, on the Subject of Jewish Religion.

Philadelphia : C. Sherman and Co, 1836-1841.

First edition of “the first anthology of Jewish sermons in America” which “marked the coming of age of the American synagogue and ministry”(Goldman). Association copy linking the two most prominent and influential figures in Jewish America and England of this era, Issac Leeser and Moses Montefiore. American Jewish lay minister, author, translator, and publisher Issac Leeser revolutionized the format of the early American Jewish sermon by preaching in English, helping to establish regular sermons as a central part of the AmericanContinue reading "Discourses, Argumentative and Devotional, on the Subject of Jewish Religion."

Bentwich, Norman

The Jews and International Relations: The Pursuit of Peace.

c. 1950.

Rare manuscript written by Mandatory Palestine’s first attorney general, British Zionist Norman Bentwich. 21 pages, type-written with copious corrections and revisions in Bentwich’s hand throughout, signed by Bentwich at the conclusion of the last page. Developed during his term as Chairman of the United Restitution Organization, the manuscript contains content and notes which would later beContinue reading "The Jews and International Relations: The Pursuit of Peace."

King George IV

The Book of Common Prayer and Administration of the Sacraments.

Oxford : Bensley, Cooke, and Collingwood, 1816.

Royal Coronation edition of The Book of Common Prayer and Administration of the Sacraments used at the Coronation of King George IV on July 19th, 1821. Quarto, bound in full dark blue velvet, gilt arms of George IV to both front and rear panels, all edges gilt, housed in a custom locking full morocco clamshellContinue reading "The Book of Common Prayer and Administration of the Sacraments."

Jay, William

A Review of the Causes and Consequences of the Mexican War.

Boston : Benjamin B. Mussey & Co, 1849.

Second edition of American abolitionist and jurist William Jay’s classic antiwar treatise. Octavo, original publisher’s cloth, gilt titles to the spine. In good condition with some wear to the crown and foot of the spine.

Qadi Zada al-Rumi (1364-1436) Commentary on al-Hikma, 918 AH [1684 CE].

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Octavo manuscript in Arabic on paper, consisting of two works, including Fakhr al-Din al-Razi’s (1149-1209) Hashiya ‘ala sharh hidayat alhikma, contemporary blind-tooled leather. In very good condition.

Leeser, Isaac

The Law of God.

Philadelphia : C. Sherman, 5605, 1845-46.

First edition of the “first English translation of the Pentateuch in America,” the 1845 Hebrew-English Bible by one of the most prominent and influential figures in American Jewish history. Octavo, 5 volumes. Translated by Isaac Leeser. Bound in contemporary polished calf, gilt titles and tooling to the spine, rebacked. Lightly rubbed, moderate wear. A veryContinue reading "The Law of God."

Palm Leaf Manuscript.

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Very attractive palm leaf book in East Asian script (possibly Burmese). Approximately 159 palm leaves between two wooden covers with beveled edges, loosely bound with a cord, with a medallion at each end. Each leaf approximately 1.25 inches by 13.5 inches, with manuscript  in black ink on rectos and versos of each leaf, initial andContinue reading "Palm Leaf Manuscript."

Smith, Huston

The Religions of Man.

New York : Harper & Brothers Publishers, 1958.

First edition of the author’s masterpiece and one of the most widely used college textbooks on comparative religion. Octavo, original cloth. Signed by Huston Smith on the front free endpaper. Near fine in a very good dust jacket with light rubbing and wear. Rare and desirable signed by Huston Smith.

Smith, Huston

The Religions of Man.

New York : Harper & Brothers Publishers, 1958.

First edition of the author’s masterpiece and one of the most widely used college textbooks on comparative religion. Octavo, original cloth. Inscribed by Huston Smith on the half title page. Very good in a very good price-clipped dust jacket with light rubbing and wear. Rare and desirable signed by Huston Smith.

Johann Salomo Semler

Institutio Ad Doctrinam Christianam Liberaliter Discendam.

: Halae Magdebvrgicae, 1774.

First edition. Octavo, three quarters leather over marbled boards. In very good condition.

Stott, John R.W

Basic Christianity.

Illinois : InterVarsity Press, 2008.

First edition of the 50th Anniversary edition of Stott’s classic work, originally published in 1958. Octavo, original black boards. Inscribed by the author on the title page, “For ____ with best wishes from John Stott.” Fine in a fine dust jacket.

Kaplan, Mordecai M

A New Zionism.

New York : Herzyl Press, 1959.

Second enlarged edition. Octavo, original cloth. Lengthily Inscribed by Mordecai Kaplan to a noted Zionist on the half-title page. In near fine condition.