Codex Collection (#18)

Pilate delivered Jesus to Herod after they had mocked him and dressed in white. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

The disciples fishing in the Sea of Galilee. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Mary is hosted by the virgins of the temple. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Risen Jesus announces to the disciples the coming of the Holy Spirit. Illuminated pages of the Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Jesus took five loaves and two fish and gives them to 500 people saying: eat your fill. Miniature. Codex Predis. Quattrocento Renaissance (15th century). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Pilate liberates Barabbas and orders Jesus is crucified. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Jesus is brought before Herod. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Jesus before Pilate who tries to convince the Jews to set free him. Illuminated pages of the Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

The High Priests remember to Pilate that Jesus had prophesied that he would rise. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

The risen Jesus says to Thomas: Put your finger here and be not faithless. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

After the Sanhedrin, Jesus is handed over to Pilate. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

The end of the world and the Last Judgment. The confession of sinners. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

The risen Jesus appears to his disciples gathered in a house for fear of the Jews. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

AZTEC BALL GAME. Manuscript illumination of an Aztec ball game court and ball players, from Codex Magliabecchiano

AZTEC WORLD REGIONS. Aztec painting from the Codex Fejervary-Mayer depicting five world regions, four of which have been destroyed, the center is the region of the present world

MEXICO: QUETZALCOATL. God and legendary ruler of the Toltecs in Mexico. From a copy of the Mixtec Codex Borbonicus, c1500 A.D

Codex Troano - 3
Part of a Calendar used by Maya priests, depicting gods and symbolic creatures Plate xxii

Codex Troano - 4
Part of a Calendar used by Maya priests, depicting gods and symbolic creatures Plate xxiii

St Mark / Evangelist / Codex
SAINT MARK THE EVANGELIST Saint Mark shown writing his gospel with his symbol the lion in the pannel above

Codex Troano - 2
Part of a Calendar used by Maya priests, depicting gods and symbolic creatures Plate xxi

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Codex, a term steeped in historical significance and cultural richness, encompasses a wide array of ancient manuscripts that offer glimpses into the past. From the Codex Troano, an enigmatic Mayan document believed to contain astronomical knowledge, to the Aztec Codex Borbonicus meticulously penned by an Aztec priest, these codices hold secrets waiting to be unraveled. Intriguingly, Ramon Llull's Breviculum Codex captivates with its miniature illustrations and is hailed as a testament to his intellectual prowess during the 13th century. Meanwhile, the mesmerizing Codex Borgia unveils Mesoamerican rituals and divinatory practices that were integral to their civilization. The Dresden Codex stands as one of four surviving Maya codices and offers invaluable insights into their advanced understanding of astronomy. On another note, the Codex Sinaiticus Syriacus dating back to the 5th century holds religious significance within the Monastery of St Catherine on Mount Sinai. Delving further into history reveals fascinating depictions such as those found in Folio of Usages showcasing Catalan parliamentary proceedings or Basil II's Bulgar-slayer moniker immortalized in Byzantine records. The bustling Market in Gate of Ravenna depicted in Bologna highlights street traders' vibrant livelihoods through time. Legal enthusiasts find solace in Corpus Iuris Civilis while art aficionados marvel at Falconer's work showcased in the illustrious Codex Capodilista from 1442. And finally, we encounter Trocortesian or Madrid Codex from XIV century which enthralls with intricate details that transport us back centuries ago. These diverse codices serve as portals connecting us with our ancestors' wisdom and heritage. They remind us that behind each page lies untold stories waiting for curious minds willing to decipher their hidden messages.