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Papyrus 47 (𝒫47) Manuscript Replica | Revelation 13–14 | Front & Back Acrylic Display
Papyrus 47 (𝒫47) Manuscript Replica | Revelation 13–14 | Front & Back Acrylic Display
| DATE | SCRIPTURE | ORIGIN | HELD AT |
| 3rd Century AD | Rev. 13:16-18 / Rev. 14:1-4 | Egypt (Chester Beatty Papyri) | Chester Beatty Library, Dublin |
One of the oldest surviving manuscripts of the Book of Revelation, with the number of the beast and the Lamb on Mount Zion preserved together on real Egyptian papyrus.
About This Manuscript
Papyrus 47 (P47) is one of the earliest surviving biblical manuscripts of the Book of Revelation. Commonly dated to the third century AD, this papyrus codex fragment from the Chester Beatty collection preserves Revelation 13:16-18 on the recto, including the mark of the beast, and Revelation 14:1-4 on the verso, the vision of the 144,000 standing with the Lamb on Mount Zion. These passages form one of the most dramatic theological transitions in the Apocalypse, and their survival together on a single ancient leaf makes this museum-quality Revelation manuscript replica genuinely remarkable. A powerful Christian gift for pastors, Bible teachers, scholars of apocalyptic literature, and collectors of early New Testament manuscripts.
Textual Significance
P47 is one of the principal early witnesses to the Book of Revelation. As part of the Chester Beatty Papyri, one of the most important collections of early Christian manuscripts ever discovered, P47 provides foundational evidence for the early transmission and canonical status of Revelation within the ancient Church.
About This Replica
This museum-quality Revelation papyrus replica is produced through an intensive, multi-week hand-crafted replication process focused on historical fidelity. Careful attention is given to manuscript scale, Greek letterforms, line spacing, layout, and overall visual character.
Display & Presentation
Presented in an 8x10 front-and-back acrylic display showing both sides of the ancient codex leaf simultaneously. An exceptional Christian gift for pastors, Bible teachers, and collectors. Optional engraved display stand available for $20.
Stand NOT included unless selected at checkout.
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