This 1882 Victorian Family Holy Bible by Baird & Dillion, is a beautiful artifact from the history of religious publishing. This edition is not just a Bible; it is a richly illustrated folio that combines faith, art, and family heritage in a single volume. With 2500 detailed illustrations, a heavy embossed leather cover, and additional features like a Bible Dictionary and historical descriptions, this Bible offers more than scripture—it offers a window into the spiritual and cultural life of early American families.

THE HOLY BIBLE,

CONTAINING THE

OLD AND NEW TESTAMENTS,

Translated out of the Original Tongues.

WITH

A COMPLETE CONCORDANCE, EMBRACING EVERY PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE IN THE LARGEST EDITIONS.

100,000 MARGINAL REFERENCES AND READINGS.

AND

DR. WILLIAM SMITH’S STANDARD BIBLE DICTIONARY,

IN WHICH EVERY IMPORTANT SCRIPTURAL WORD IS FULLY EXPLAINED.

A COMPLETE HISTORY OF ALL THE BOOKS OF THE BIBLE, BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED. CITIES AND TOWNS OF THE BIBLE, WITH DESCRIPTIVE SCENES AND EVENTS. BIBLICAL SCENERY. MANNERS AND CUSTOMS OF THE ANCIENTS. NOAH’S ARK. THE TABERNACLE AND SOLOMON’S TEMPLE. THE HISTORY OF THE TRANSLATION OF THE BIBLE. THE TEN COMMANDMENTS. ST. PAUL’S BIBLE TEXT EVENTS ILLUSTRATED, FROM GENESIS TO REVELATION.

A HISTORY OF ALL RELIGIOUS DENOMINATIONS.

Apocrypha and Psalms in Metre.

A Comprehensive and Critical Description of the Tabernacle, its Sacred Furniture; with an Account of the Priesthood, the Worship and Sacrifices of the Israelites.

WITH

COMPILED EXPRESSLY FOR THIS EDITION OF THE HOLY BIBLE, CHIEFLY FROM THE WRITINGS OF DR. WILLIAM SMITH, DEAN MILMAN, REV. JOHN KITTO, D.D., DRS. VON EWALD AND MICHELSON, AND OTHER EMINENT AUTHORITIES.

Revised New Testament,

WITH

THE OLD (KING JAMES) VERSION AND THE REVISED VERSION ARRANGED IN PARALLEL COLUMNS FOR CONVENIENCE IN REFERENCE AND COMPARISON.

AND MANY OTHER IMPORTANT AND USEFUL AIDS TO THE STUDY OF THE HOLY SCRIPTURES, ALL WRITTEN TO INCREASE THE INTEREST IN AND SIMPLIFY

THE STUDY OF THE WORD OF GOD.

Over 2500 Scripture Illustrations on Steel, Wood, and in Colors.

NEW YORK:

BAIRD & DILLON,

25 PARK PLACE.

About this Particular Bible

This Bible is considered one of the larger and more comprehensive Bibles of the Victorian Era. It Features The Old & New Testament as well as the Apocrypha. This particular edition by Baird & Dillion is one of the most densely packed Bibles of it era, featuring a vast body of Theological Scholarship. As shown above in the Title Description, it combines many areas of historical and theological material, that when collected in a single volume, becomes nearly priceless as a research and religious knowledge base

The Exterior

The Bible has undergone a sympathetic restoration that has preserved its historical character and charm. It features a newly re-backed spine w/ the original leather laid-down and reinforced inner hinges, enhancing its durability beyond its original condition. The original leather has been treated and protected to prevent flaking and further deterioration, ensuring its preservation for many years, potentially extending its lifespan by another 100 to 200 years with proper care.

The Interior

This Bible has it's original pastedowns and both of it's original fly leaves. The fly-leaf has some chipping to the outer edge, after-which the pages appear quite nice along the edges, with foxing along the perimeter, consistent with it's age. The preliminary Presentation Leaf is blank, along with the Matrimonial Leaf . The Genealogy Leaves have some inscriptions, as shown in the photographs. There is a closed tear at page 3, in the Scenes and Incidents in the Life of our Lord and Saviour. It is crucial to understand that these are not new Bibles; they are antiquarian books that should be treated accordingly, in this case, a 144 year-old Bible.

We provide detailed photographs to allow you to assess the book's condition and aesthetic appeal. Many, if not all, of the early books and Bibles we offer will show signs of aging, whether it's foxing on the pages, dog-eared or chipped corners, inscriptions from previous owners, or staining from years of use.

Why This Bible Still Matters Today

In a time when digital media dominates, this 1882 Victorian Family Holy Bible reminds us of the power of physical books to connect us with history, faith, and family. Its detailed illustrations invite readers to slow down and reflect. It encourages us to appreciate the craftsmanship of the past and to consider how we preserve our own stories for future generations.

The Role of Book Archaeology in Preserving This Heritage

At Book Archaeology, these Bibles are not only religious texts but also historical artifacts that reveal much about the cultural and spiritual lives of the past. As Guardians of the Written Word, we understand that preserving such volumes requires careful attention to their physical condition and historical context. Book Archaeology helps keep alive the stories and traditions embedded in these sacred pages.

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