This series of manuscripts has been created by the Library as the result of its policy of acquiring material to complement its own collections. The copies may have been used for teaching purposes and for academic study.
From the guide to the Copy oriental manuscripts held in the Library of the University of St Andrews, 1967 - [ongoing], (University of St Andrews)
The collection of oriental manuscripts has been accumulating in the library for many years. Each item has its own history which is recorded in the hand list for the collection.
From the guide to the Oriental Manuscripts of the Library of the University of St Andrews, 9th - 6th century BC -1950, (University of St Andrews)