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John baptises Christ; the holy spirit descends. Etching by J. Mynde, c. 1737.

Adam looks in wonder at the divine cosmological plan, represented above him in astronomical figures on a scroll; Eve looks at Adam. Etching.

Saint Luke. Etching.

Saul consults the witch of Endor. Engraving by J. Mynde, c. 1737.

Saint Matthew. Engraving by J. Mynde.

Saint John the Evangelist. Engraving by J. Mynde.

Noah's ark and all its compartments displayed. Etching by J. Mynde.

A new history of the holy bible, from the beginning of the world, to the establishment of christianity. With answers to most of the controverted questions, dissertations upon the most remarkable passages, and a connection of profane history all along. : To which are added notes, explaining difficult texts, rectifying mis-translations, and reconciling seeming contradictions. The whole illustrated with maps and sculptures / By the Reverend Thomas Stackhouse.

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Saint John the Evangelist. Engraving by J. Mynde.

Saul consults the witch of Endor. Engraving by J. Mynde, c. 1737.

Noah's ark and all its compartments displayed. Etching by J. Mynde.

Saint Luke. Etching.

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