Ancient Laws of Ireland. Senchus Mor. Introduction to Senchus Mor and Athgabail; or, Law of Distress, As Contained in the Harleian Manuscripts.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hancock, W. Neilson, author.

Series:

Ancient Laws of Ireland Series

Ancient Laws of Ireland Series ; v.1

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Law--Ireland.

Law.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (392 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Burlington : TannerRitchie Publishing, 2017.

Summary:

This book presents the 'Senchus Mor,' a key component of Ireland's ancient legal system, known as Brehon Law. Commissioned in the mid-19th century, this volume explores the transcription, translation, and publication of these early legal texts, which were preserved in Irish manuscripts. The book examines the significant transformation of these originally pagan laws following the adoption of Christianity in Ireland during the 5th century, a change attributed to the influence of St. Patrick. It highlights the enduring authority of the 'Senchus Mor,' which remained a cornerstone of Irish law for over 1,200 years, even as English law was introduced. Intended for scholars, historians, and legal researchers, the text provides in-depth commentary on the cultural and historical significance of these laws and their impact on Irish society. Generated by AI.

Contents:

TITLE PAGE

PREFACE

ANCIENT LAWS OF IRELAND: SENCHUS MOR

Introduction

Distress: Of the Four Kinds of Distress

INDEX

A

B

C

D

E

F

G-H

I-L

M-N

O-P

Q-S

T-U

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ISBN:

9781773010694

1773010697

OCLC:

1470855238