ms2(o) (University of St Andrews Library, Special Collections, University of St Andrews)
Oriental Manuscripts
Contents
Fragmentary work without beginning or end concerning the manipulation of letters and names, written in clear Naskhi, Arabic, with Greek title on cover which is not relevant to the contents. Includes many tables in red filled with numbers, letters and words in black. Includes religious and spiritual advice (e.g. "wisdom does not dwell in a stomach that is filled with food") Includes many references to other authorities (e.g. Ibrahim Al Khawwas)
Physical Description
Collation
Layout
Hand(s)
Naskhi
- marginalia Marginal notes in
- orthography
- paper
Binding
History
Record Sources
Availability
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