Faith
Rare Faith Book Discovered at Estate Sale
Faith Facts
- In the 1960s, Ron Bever purchased a rare religious book for just 50 cents at an estate sale.
- The book, printed in 1483, is an incunabulum—one of the earliest books from the dawn of European printing.
- Bever donated his remarkable collection, including this book, to Oklahoma Christian University, enriching its academic and spiritual heritage.
Ron Bever’s love of rare religious texts led him to a unique treasure that still inspires the faithful today.
A simple book purchase became a testimony to the endurance of Christian legacy and scholarly stewardship.
“You always think about going to a book sale and finding some rare book. This is one time in a lifetime.”
This special edition features hand-decorated details and was published in Cologne, Germany, serving as a valuable guide for priests in confession and canon law.
Librarians and professors at Oklahoma Christian University regard the book as a priceless asset, underscoring its spiritual and historical value.
“It’s an honor to have it at our university,” said librarian Cheryl Snyder.
This story reminds us how God can use ordinary moments to reveal extraordinary blessings that bind together faith, scholarship, and generations to come.