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The Book of Kells (Latin: Codex Cenannensis; Irish: Leabhar Cheanannais; Dublin, Trinity College Library, MS A. I. [58], sometimes known as the Book of Columba) is an illuminated manuscript and Celtic Gospel book in Latin, containing the four Gospels of the New Testament together with various prefatory texts and tables.
Explore the world-famous Book of Kells, a 1,200-year-old manuscript, and the Old Library at Trinity College Dublin. Enjoy a new immersive digital experience with stories, sights and sounds of the ancient masterpiece and the campus.
Jan 30, 2018 · The Book of Kells (c. 800) is an illuminated manuscript of the four gospels of the Christian New Testament, currently housed at Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland. The work is the most famous of the medieval illuminated manuscripts for the intricacy, detail, and majesty of the illustrations.
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May 15, 2024 · Book of Kells, illuminated gospel book (MS. A.I. 6; Trinity College Library, Dublin) that is a masterpiece of the ornate Hiberno-Saxon style. It is probable that the illumination was begun in the late 8th century at the Irish monastery on the Scottish island of Iona and that after a Viking raid the.
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Apr 26, 2016 · 26 April 2016. By Martha Kearney,Features correspondent. The Book of Kells. (Credit: The Book of Kells) Monks created an illuminated Bible of astonishing beauty sometime between the 6th...
Aug 18, 2021 · Learn about the history, origin, decoration and significance of the Book of Kells, a medieval manuscript of the four Gospels in Latin. See images of the famous pages, such as the Chi Rho page, and explore the exhibition at Trinity College Dublin.
Dec 6, 2023 · Learn about the Book of Kells, a medieval manuscript of the Gospels decorated with intricate illuminations. Explore its origins, symbolism, and significance with Dr. Lauren Kilroy-Ewbank and Dr. Steven Zucker.
