Isidore of Seville: Etymology and Visigothic Spain

This chapter investigates Isidore of Seville's influential etymological encyclopedia, which became a crucial scholarly resource in medieval times. It also outlines the historical and socio-political context of Visigothic Spain, including the challenges faced by the kingdom and King Luvigild's efforts to consolidate power. Additionally, it highlights Isidore's early life and the significant role his family played in the religious and cultural dynamics of the Iberian Peninsula.