1795 Holy Bible by Thomas Bensley & Engraved by James Fittler
 
This 1795 3 Volume Bible Set by James Fittler is a remarkable example with fine binding and superior craftsmanship. These volumes have exquisite show quality bindings and represent a significant piece of biblical history. Misprints in Bibles, such as these 1795 "Child Killer" Bibles as they are often called, due to the misprint at Mark 7:27, are mostly sought after by collectors due to their rarity.
 
The 1795 "Child Killer" Bible is historically significant as a premier example of Bible Errata—a category of rare books where typographical errors fundamentally alter sacred text, revealing the fallibility of human production in even the most revered works, demonstrating that while the message of Scripture is considered divinely inspired by believers, the physical transmission of that text has always been subject to human error. It serves as a "testament to the human element" in early modern printing, where every letter had to be individually hand-set using movable type. Misprints in Bibles have become highly sought after by collectors due to their rarity and the often intriguing stories behind them, along with the fact that they represent a fascinating intersection of faith, history.  Read More
 
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