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Understanding the Universe in Seventh-Century Ireland

Understanding the Universe in Seventh-Century Ireland

Smyth, Marina

Hardcover

Medieval & Renaissance HistoryAstronomy & Space

ISBN10: 0851153135
ISBN13: 9780851153131
Publisher: Boydell Press
Published: Jun 4 1996
Pages: 350
Weight: 1.59
Height: 1.26 Width: 6.40 Depth: 9.60
Language: English
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.

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