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The Book of Kells

Book • 1933
The Book of Kells is a lavishly illustrated manuscript of the four Gospels of the New Testament, created by Celtic monks in the early 9th century.

Its intricate designs, vibrant colors, and masterful calligraphy are considered masterpieces of Insular art.

The book's pages are filled with complex patterns, interwoven animal motifs, and symbolic representations of Christian themes.

The Book of Kells is not only a religious text but also a testament to the artistic skill and spiritual devotion of the monks who created it.

Its enduring popularity and influence on art and culture highlight its significance as a cultural and artistic treasure.

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Mentioned in 7 episodes

Mentioned by
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Gregg Rosenthal
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Colleen Wolfe
, recalling Colleen seeing it while in Dublin.
14 snips
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Nate Henry
as a book containing illustrations.
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Danny Heifetz
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Craig Horlbeck
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Danny Kelly
as something they experienced in Dublin.
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Mentioned by Greg Rosenthal, who is excited to visit the historical manuscript in Dublin.
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Mentioned by Michelle Brown as one of the great cult books of the Shrine of Columba.
Michelle P. Brown, "Bede and the Theory of Everything" (Reaktion Books, 2023)
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Glenn Sunshine
as the greatest of all Irish illuminated manuscripts produced by Columba's successors.
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Stefan Paas
omschreven als een evangelieharmonie uit de achtste eeuw met een fantastisch mooie vormgeving.
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