Gutenberg's 570-Year-Old Treasure: Rare Bible Goes on Display in Warsaw

Gutenberg's 570-Year-Old Treasure: Rare Bible Goes on Display in Warsaw

The Gutenberg Bible The volume from the Diocesan Museum in Pelpin ranks among the most precious and intriguing surviving manuscripts globally. Originally gifted by Bishop Nicolaus Crapitz ofWarmia in 1502 to the Franciscan Reformed Convent in Lubawa, it remained there through the nineteenth century. Following the disbandment of this convent, the manuscript found its home in the Seminary Library inPelpli. Currently, this invaluable volume—one of the first publications by the renowned printer Gutenberg—is exhibited in Warsaw. Its significance lies not only in its completeness, as both parts are present, but also because most of its pages have survived over time. Additionally, it retains its authentic 15th-century cover. Even though this book was published centuries ago, it continues to play a role in contemporary historical findings. A small printing error in one of the initial volumes provided scholars with insights into Gutenberg’s techniques. This flaw occurred because a ch…