Influence Of Christianty In Ireland Flashcards
What is a manuscript ?
They were books written by hand , often in Latin , on sheepskin parchment or vellum (calf skin)
What does a manuscript contain
It’s contains the gospels and the Psalms from the bible , account of the lives of saints and also Celtic myths and sagas.
What was a manuscript decorated with ?
Celtic patterns
What is the most famous manuscript ?
The book of Kells
What pens did monks use ?
Quills
When does the book of kells date from
Around AD 800
What were Irish monks very skilled at ?
Being craftsmen and creating beautiful metalwork pieces
What metalwork pieces did they create ?
Chalices , brooches , bells , cups and belts
What else did they make besides metalwork?
Intricate gold writing called filigree
What is the mots famous metalwork piece?
The Ardagh chalice (eight century )and the derrynaflan chalice (early ninth century)
What is a high cross?
A high cross is a free standing stone cross, usually with elaborate carvings showing biblical scenes eg. Adam and Eve or the crucifixion
Why did the biblical scenes help people ?
A lot of people back then could not read or write so these images helped that a lot
What are the 2 most beautiful high crosses in Ireland ?
The scriptures in Clonmacnoise Co. Offaly ( late tenth century ) and Muiredach’s cross in monasterboice , Co. Louth (mid-ninth to early tenth century)
What was te contribution of Irish Christian to Europe ?
Founded monasteries, produced manuscripts, converted non-Christian tribes to Christianity. This time is called a Golden age in Irish history
