Plantin Polyglot Bible

Plantin Polyglot Bible in Antwerp

The Plantin Polyglot Bible is considered the most important work by Christophe Plantin. This Bible printed in five languages ultimately earned him the monopoly on publishing religious texts for the lands ruled by Spanish king Philips II – these included most of the Americas.
Photo of this sample on display in the Museum Plantin-Moretus in Antwerp by: Ziko Van Dijk / Wikimedia Commons

Belgium, Antwerp, Museum Plantin Moretus

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Henk Bekker is a European travel writer specializing in transportation, cultural destinations, and practical travel advice for visitors to Europe. His work focuses on clear, up-to-date guides that simplify complex travel systems such as public transportation, tickets, and routes.