Book covers

Take a look at what I brought back from Thailand. I only bought 2 personal gifts and these are it. I bought some other gifts as well, for colleagues and friends who had kept an eye on my grandmother, house and dog while I was away. But these were for me =)

This one is the first page of the Gospel according to St. Matthew from the Book of Kells and depicts the ChiRho, the first words of Christ's name in Greek.

This one, also from the Book of Kells, shows the symbols of the four evangelists.

The covers are beautifully embossed and printed and inlaid with mother of pearl. I'm going to try to incorporate them into a cover for the Book of the Gospels or the Holy Bible.

Utter coolness to have found these in Thailand. I haven't seen anything like it in Malaysia. They are quite pricey but I think they're worth it if it gives glory to God.

That's why I always keep my eyes peeled when I'm about cos I'd never know what I'll find.

More eye candy for Carolina =)