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Film about the Codex Gigas

From a monastery in Bohemia to a castle in flames – 15 minutes about the intriguing history of the Codex Gigas!

Language of the film

The film has Swedish speech and English subtitles.

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The Devil's work?

The Codex Gigas was written in the Kingdom of Bohemia by an unknown scribe in the early 13th century.

History of the Codex Gigas

Record-breaking manuscript

The Codex Gigas weighs 75 kg and has 310 parchment leaves, probably made of calfskin.

Appearance of the Codex Gigas

Artful Bible

Sample the variety and richness of the Codex Gigas.

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A Bible full of knowledge

The Codex Gigas is made up of the Old and New Testaments, along with other writings.

Content of the Codex Gigas

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