Understanding the Universe in Seventh-Century Ireland
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Biblical Component
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Early Irish Authors
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Middle Ages
Scientific Reflection
Western Thought
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- ISBN 9780851153131
- Weight: 684g
- Dimensions: 156 x 234mm
- Publication Date: 04 Jun 1996
- Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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Works of early Irish authors include a strong biblical component, but indicate that independent thought is accepted.
Scarcity of scientific data, a real interest in the physical world, and the need to validate the scriptures encouraged seventh-century Irish scholars toward critical reflection on scientific matters. Their world-view was based onmaterials drawn from the Bible, on earlier Christian works and on personal reflection and contemplation. This volume looks at the Irish contribution to the development of western thought in the early middle ages.
MARINA SMYTHis librarian of the Medieval Institute at the University of Notre Dame, and teaches early medieval cultural history.
