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The Rijmbejbel: The Oldest Illustrated Manuscript in Dutch Medieval and his pictorial versions ofThe oldest illustrated manuscript in Dutch contains a 13th century Rijmbijbel (Rhymed Bible) by Jacob van Maerlant, a biblical paraphrase in paired rhyme, followed by a history of the First Jewish Roman War, some decades after the death of Christ. The manuscript is lavishly illustrated, featuring no fewer than 159 precious miniatures. Due to its famous author, luxurious character, and the high artistic quality of its illuminations, it ranks among the