Own an Ancient Replica of the Word of God — P72 Bodmer Papyrus | Complete 1 & 2 Peter | “Peace to All in Christ”
$140.00
1 Peter 5:12–14 contains:
The well-known blessing: “Peace to all of you who are in Christ”
2 Peter 1:1–5 opens with:
Peter’s self-identification as “a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ”
Availability: Only 2 left in stock (can be backordered)
Product Description
Framing & Display
Presented in a 11″ × 14″ open-faced shadow box
Textual & Historical Significance
These two pages are especially meaningful because they unite the conclusion of 1 Peter with the opening of 2 Peter, offering a rare visual witness to how early Christians encountered apostolic teaching in codex form.
The manuscript exhibits nomina sacra, the early Christian convention of reverently abbreviated sacred names such as God, Lord, and Jesus, a feature widely regarded as evidence of early and intentional Christian scribal practice.
Textually, 𝔓72 preserves readings consistent with a very early transmission stream of the Catholic Epistles. Daniel Wallace and other evangelical textual scholars have pointed out that the Bodmer papyri collectively strengthen the case for the early circulation and stability of New Testament texts well before the great parchment codices of the 4th century AD.
Many conservative scholars place 𝔓72 comfortably within the late 2nd to early 3rd century AD, making it one of the earliest substantial witnesses to these Petrine passages.
Own this replica of Papyrus 48 (𝔓48), a rare and interesting shaped but important early manuscript fragment of the Book of Acts, dating to approximately the 3rd century AD. This fascinating fragment preserves portions of Acts 23:11–17 and Acts 23:25–29, visible on both sides as in the original ancient codex.
This passage captures a dramatic moment in the life of the Apostle Paul. In Acts 23:11, the Lord stands beside Paul and tells him to “take courage,” affirming that he will testify in Rome. The reverse side preserves part of the official letter written by the Roman commander Claudius Lysias, documenting Paul’s transfer under armed guard. Together, these verses reflect both divine encouragement and historical Roman authority, offering a powerful glimpse into the earliest spread of Christianity.
The replica includes both sides of the fragment:
Recto (front): Acts 23:25–29 in Koine Greek
Verso (back): Acts 23:11–17 in Koine Greek
This fragment is presented in a clear double-sided acrylic floating display, allowing both sides to be viewed and appreciated. The elegant transparent display is ideal for a desk, shelf, office, or study, creating a museum-style presentation.
• Replica of Papyrus 48 (𝔓48), dated to the 3rd century
• Contains Acts 23:11–17 and Acts 23:25–29, both sides visible
• Displayed in 5×7 clear acrylic frame
• Crafted on genuine Egyptian papyrus
• Arrives in a black gift box suitable for presentation
Customers have used these replicas for:
- Sermon props
- Bible studies
- Classroom lessons
- Seminary education
- Personal collections
- Church displays
- Museum exhibits
- Office or bookshelf displays
Modern Replica Only
This item is a modern replica, created for artistic, educational, and display purposes. It is not an ancient artifact.
| Weight | 3.4 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 16 × 14 × 4 in |
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Vendor Information
- Store Name: Sacred Text Replicas
- Vendor: Sacred Text Replicas
- Address: Salem, OR 97301-7127
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