An ancient manuscript

The title of my document is Gospels (‘Lindisfarne Gospels’), comprising prefaces (3r–9r) and canon tables (10r–17v); Matthew (18v–89v); Mark (89v–130r); Luke (130r–203r); John (203v–259r); and a colophon (259r) and can be found at http://www.bl.uk/manuscripts/FullDisplay.aspx?index=9&ref=Cotton_MS_Nero_D_IV .

Lindsfarne Gospels

My first impression was one of amazement and of awe. The fact that the document isn't written in English is of no consequence. There is the element of contrast due to the typeface and to the incredibly strong impression that it provides. The font is powerful regardless of the language. There is great consistency throughout the entire manuscript thereby creating the repetition that we seek. The alignment is primarily two columns that are left aligned with indentation. It is difficult for an accurate assessment of the proximity aspect due to the language barrier. My guess is there is proximity due to the organization and the grouping of the visual elements.