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Ogham (/ ˈ ɒ ɡ əm / OG-əm, Modern Irish: [ˈoː(ə)mˠ]; Middle Irish: ogum, ogom, later ogam [ˈɔɣəmˠ]) is an Early Medieval alphabet used primarily to write the early Irish language (in the "orthodox" inscriptions, 4th to 6th centuries AD), and later the Old Irish language (scholastic ogham, 6th to 9th centuries).
- bottom-to-top, left-to-right
- Alphabet
- c. 4th–10th centuries
Early Irish literature. Early Irish literature, is commonly dated from the 8th or 9th to the 15th century, a period during which modern literature in Irish began to emerge. It stands as one of the oldest vernacular literature in Western Europe, with its roots extending back to late antiquity, as evident from inscriptions utilizing both Irish ...
The earliest written form of the Irish language is known to linguists as Primitive Irish. Primitive Irish is known only from fragments, mostly personal names, inscribed on stone in the Ogham alphabet. The earliest of such inscriptions probably date from the 3rd or 4th century.
Mar 20, 2017 · Ogham (pronounced “Oh-um”) is the earliest form of writing in Ireland. Ancient standing stones bearing these mysterious Ogham inscriptions are dotted along the South-West coast of Ireland. Mysterious Origins. Experts believe that the Ogham language dates back to the 4th century AD.
For example, the 9th-century Ballyspellan Brooch from Co. Kilkenny in the National Museum of Ireland collection, which has four names inscribed in ogham on the back, which are thought to be the ...
Early Irish: The Celts brought with them an early form of Irish, setting the linguistic foundation for modern Irish (Gaeilge). Ogham Inscriptions: The earliest form of written Irish is found in Ogham, an ancient script seen on stone pillars. These inscriptions, mostly names or territorial markers, provide glimpses into the Celtic linguistic realm.
Abhainn an Scáil, Com Dubh. Irish is one of the oldest written and historical languages in the world. It was seen for the first time in Ogham form in the fifth century. Today it can be found in up to 4,500 books, on television, radio, newspapers, magazines and on the internet.
