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08:00 - 12:30
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Our Library
The Pontifical Biblical Institute Library in Rome, established in 1909, houses over 189,000 volumes, including manuscripts, incunabulas and periodicals.
Specializing in Biblical and Ancient Oriental Studies, it's part of the Pontifical Gregorian University and URBE network, featuring notable architecture and a rich history of acquisitions and donations.
We also offer:
- 1Gbps Internet Speed
- Air Conditioning
- 211,000 E-Books
- 13,000 E-Journals
- Numerous Full-Text and Bibliographic Databases
Library Use
Use our services and tools to enrich your research.
How toObtain Access
You can access professors and students of Biblico, Orientale and Gregoriana Institutes. Other researchers can request their permission.
How toGain Remote Access
You can consult the library’s electronic resources from outside the Institute by using the OpenAthens service.
How toAsk a Librarian
We’re at your service for any research questions or suggestions for new acquisitions. Please contact us.
Research
Find what you’re looking for by using these resources!
Library Hours
Monday
08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 18:00
Thursday
08:00 - 18:00
Friday
08:00 - 18:00
Saturday
08:00 - 12:30
Sunday
Closed
Library closes to the public on the following dates:
| Summer Period | Jul 22 - Sep 8, 2024 |
| Christmas Period | Dec 24, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025 |
| Easter Period | Maundy Thursday - Tuesday in Albis |
Other holidays:
| All Saints | Nov 1, 2023 |
| Immaculate Conception | Dec 8, 2023 |
| Epiphany of the Lord | Jan 6, 2024 |
| Italian Civil Holiday | Apr 25, 2024 |
| St. Joseph the Worker | May 1, 2024 |
| Italian Civil Holiday | Jun 2, 2024 |
| St. John the Baptist | Jun 24, 2024 |
| Feasts of Sts. Peter and Paul, Patrons of the City of Rome | Jun 29, 2024 |
| St. Robert Bellarmine | Sep 17, 2024 |
Latest Acquisitions
- 2024
- Knohl, Israel
- EDB
- 2024
- Chrostowski, Waldemar
- Fronda PL
- 2024
- Brieden, Norbert
- Herder
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