Discover Coptic Orthodox Papal Manuscript Library Collection

The Coptic Orthodox Papal Manuscript Library (COPML) is entrusted with the preservation of rare and historically significant Coptic Christian manuscripts that reflect the theological, liturgical, and spiritual life of the Coptic Orthodox Church across centuries.

The collection includes a range of manuscript types, such as biblical texts, liturgical books, patristic writings, theological commentaries, and historical documents. Together, these manuscripts offer invaluable insight into early Christianity, the development of Christian worship, and the lived faith of Coptic communities through history.

The manuscripts preserved by COPML span multiple centuries and are written in several languages, including Coptic and Arabic, reflecting the linguistic and cultural continuity of the Church. Many exist in fragile physical formats, such as parchment and early paper, often with original bindings that themselves hold historical significance.

These manuscripts are both rare and vulnerable. Without careful conservation, they are at risk of deterioration due to age, environmental exposure, and handling. COPML exists to ensure that these irreplaceable witnesses to Christian history are preserved with care, integrity, and respect for their sacred character.