1613 King James Bible "HE" quarto leaf — Acts 13–15
1613 King James Bible "HE" Quarto Leaf — Acts 13–15
Paul’s Miracles & Ministry
Historical Description
This authentic early King James Bible quarto leaf preserves significant episodes from The Acts of the Apostles, Chapters 13–15, documenting the missionary ministry of Paul and the growth of the early Christian church.
Among the notable passages preserved here are the blinding of Elymas the sorcerer, Paul’s sermon at Antioch, the dramatic healing of a crippled man at Lystra, and the subsequent stoning of Paul and his miraculous survival.
Early King James Bible Typography
The leaf is printed in the characteristic typography of the early King James Bible tradition, with the main Scripture set in Gothic Blackletter, accompanied by Roman and Italic type for running headers, chapter summaries, and marginal references.
The distinctive period headlines include:
“Elymas blinde.”
“Pauls Sermon to the people.”
“The Actes.”
“Paul is stoned.”
The Printer
Printed in London by Robert Barker, Printer to the King's Most Excellent Majesty and the original printer associated with the King James Bible.
Item Specifics
Date: 1613
Bible: King James Bible
Designation on Certificate: 1613 KJV “HE” Bible
Scripture: Acts 13–15
Format: Quarto
Dimensions: Approximately 6¼" × 8¼"
Printer: Robert Barker, London
Paper: Original handmade rag paper
Documentation: Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity
Text Content & Visual Highlights
Acts 13 records Paul’s preaching at Antioch and the confrontation with Elymas, whose attempt to turn the Roman governor away from the faith results in Paul pronouncing blindness upon him.
Acts 14 continues with Paul and Barnabas preaching at Iconium and Lystra, including the healing of a man who had been unable to walk from birth. The chapter then records the violent opposition Paul encounters, including his being stoned and left for dead before rising and continuing his ministry.
Acts 15 preserves the important Jerusalem Council and the early church's consideration of questions surrounding Gentile believers, providing a particularly meaningful glimpse into the development of the early Christian community.
The combination of substantial Scripture, period typography, running headlines, and marginal references makes this leaf both visually distinctive and historically informative.
Condition & Preservation
The leaf measures approximately 6¼" × 8¼", retaining the original quarto format.
It features completely untrimmed original margins, characteristic of the period, with the text block remaining intact.
The original handmade rag paper displays a deep amber time-toning with minimal historic foxing spots consistent with its age.
A single tiny historic wormhole is present within the inner margin, accompanied by very minor edge wear and gentle handling marks.
The text is exceptionally well preserved. Every letter of the Gothic script, marginal references, and distinctive running headlines remains complete and fully legible.
The leaf is accompanied by the Certificate of Authenticity identifying it as a 1613 KJV “HE” Bible.
A Page Preserved Across Four Centuries
This original 1613 leaf offers a tangible connection to the early history of the King James Bible and preserves some of the most important narratives surrounding the ministry of Paul and the development of the early church.
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Collection Reference: AS-1039
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