Leven Van Jesus (Fragment)

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Leven Van Jesus (Fragment)

Leaf from a manuscript of Leven Van Jesus (Life of Christ), parchment. The text is a verse in Middle Dutch based on Matthew 26:2-5 and 14-16, Matthew 27, and Luke 12:9-15. Date: 14th Century

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Based Christ Fragment Fragments Jesus Leven Luke Manuscript Matthew Parchment Verse 14 16 14th 9 15

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This 14th century parchment leaf, known as the Leven Van Jesus (Life of Christ) Fragment, showcases a significant passage from the Middle Dutch text based on the biblical accounts of Matthew 26:2-5, 14-16, 27, and Luke 12:9-15. The fragment is a precious remnant of a larger manuscript, which was likely used for private devotional purposes during the medieval period. The text on the leaf begins with the ominous words, "Wanneer dat Heren avonture van Jerusalem begon" (When the Lord's adventure in Jerusalem began), setting the stage for the events leading up to the Passion of Christ. The passage describes the anointing of Jesus' feet by a woman with expensive perfume, an act that was met with criticism from Judas Iscariot and the disciples. The text also recounts the Last Supper, where Jesus foretold the betrayal of one of his disciples and warned them of the coming suffering. The delicate parchment, with its faded yet still legible script, offers a glimpse into the religious practices and beliefs of the medieval period. The use of Middle Dutch, a language spoken in the Netherlands during the Middle Ages, underscores the importance of the text to the Dutch-speaking community during this time. The Leven Van Jesus Fragment is a testament to the enduring power of the biblical narrative and the role that religious texts played in shaping the spiritual lives of people during the Middle Ages.

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