1611 King James Bible Leaf — Luke 8–9, Sea Stilled & Jairus
1611 King James Bible Folio Leaf — Luke 8–9
Acquire an authentic original leaf from the early printing history of the King James Bible, featuring two of the most memorable accounts from the Gospel of Luke: Jesus calming the sea and the raising of Jairus' daughter.
This impressive folio leaf measures approximately 10" × 15¾" and presents the text in the distinctive Gothic Black Letter typography characteristic of early English Bibles. The accompanying documentation identifies the leaf as belonging to the 1611 King James Bible, First Edition, Fifth Printing.
Featured Scripture — Luke 8–9
This substantial leaf preserves portions of Luke Chapters 8 and 9, including several important episodes from the ministry of Jesus.
Luke 8 — The Seed Expounded & The Sea Stilled
The first side continues the explanation of the Parable of the Sower, followed by the dramatic account of Jesus and His disciples crossing the sea.
Under the historic running header “The sea stilled,” the text recounts the moment when a great storm arises and Jesus stills the wind and waves.
Luke 8 — Jairus' Daughter Is Restored to Life
The leaf continues with the account of the woman who is healed after touching the garment of Jesus, followed by the moving narrative of Jairus' daughter.
The historic running header reads:
“Jairus daughter / is restored to life.”
The account continues into Luke Chapter 9, where Jesus commissions the twelve disciples and sends them forth to preach and minister.
Together, these passages preserve several of the most recognizable and enduring narratives in the Gospel tradition.
Early King James Bible Printing
The leaf belongs to the formative period of King James Bible printing and exhibits the imposing characteristics of an early folio-format English Bible.
Its large dimensions, substantial historic rag paper, Gothic Black Letter typography, running headers, and marginal reference notes provide an authentic visual connection to early seventeenth-century English printing.
The accompanying documentation identifies the material as:
1611 King James Bible — First Edition — Fifth Printing
That identification is presented here as documented with the leaf rather than expanded beyond the supplied documentation.
Format & Dimensions
Bible: King James Version
Date/Identification: 1611 KJV — First Edition, Fifth Printing
Format: Folio
Dimensions: Approximately 10" × 15¾"
Scripture: Luke 8–9
Typography: Gothic Black Letter
Material: Original historic rag paper
Certificate: Certificate of Authenticity included
The large folio dimensions give this leaf an especially commanding presence compared with smaller quarto examples.
Visual Features
The leaf retains beautifully preserved margins, crisp and clearly defined typography, and distinct historic marginal reference notes.
The running headers provide an additional visual feature, immediately identifying the major narratives appearing on the page, including:
“The sea stilled”
and
“Jairus daughter / is restored to life.”
These details help make the leaf particularly engaging for both collectors and those interested in the history of early English Bible printing.
Condition
The leaf presents beautifully for its age, with clear, fully legible typography and well-preserved margins.
The original paper retains the substantial character expected of an early folio Bible leaf, while the historic Black Letter text and marginal references remain sharp and visually strong.
Certificate of Authenticity included.
Preservation & Display
With its impressive 10" × 15¾" folio format and exceptionally recognizable Gospel narratives, this leaf would make a striking archival display or traditional framed presentation.
It offers a tangible connection to the early history of the King James Bible while preserving several of Luke's most memorable accounts on a single historic page.
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Collection Reference: AS-1031
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