The Religious ceremonies and customs of the several nations of the known world, by Bernard Picart (1673–1733). London: Claude Du Bosc, 1733–1739. English. Complete set (7 parts in 6 volumes).

A fine set of the English translation of the monumental work "The Religious Ceremonies and Customs of the Several Nations of the Known World", written and edited by writer and printer Jean Frédéric Bernard, and illustrated by Bernard Picart, one of the most important engravers of the 18th century (as Frédéric chose to remain anonymous, the work was printed under Picart's name only).
These volumes offer comprehensive descriptions of the theology, ceremonies and traditions of the major religions of the world – Judaism, various Christian and Muslim sects, and various polytheistic religions of America, Africa and Asia.
The first volume discusses the history and customs of the Jews and the Roman Catholics. It includes essays on several Jewish sects: Orthodox Jews, Ashkenazi and Portuguese (Sephardic) Jews, Samaritans, Karaites, Sadducees, Chinese Jews, and more, accompanied by fine engravings, among which: the inauguration of the Portuguese synagogue in Amsterdam, various Jewish customs, ceremonies and holidays (such as the wedding ceremony, laying tefillin, circumcision and redemption of the first–born son, the Passover seder, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah), ceremonial objects, and Catholic ceremonies and customs. Several in–text illustrations, engraved vignettes and initials.

6 volumes. Approx. 45 cm. Size and condition varies. Overall good condition. Stains, including minor dampstains. Minor tears and creases. Some worming. Fine leather bindings. Inscriptions and bookplates to inner bindings plates. Wear, blemishes and abrasions to covers and bindings.

Provenance: The Gross Family Collection, Tel Aviv, NHB. 396.