Gospels of Máel Brigte

The Gospels of Máel Brigte (British Library, Harley MS 1802, also known as the Armagh Gospels and the Marelbrid Gospels) is an illuminated Gospel Book, with glosses.

It was created c. 1138, or 1139, by the scribe named Máel Brigte úa Máel Úanaig, in Armagh. The codex includes the Latin text of the Gospels, along with glosses and prefatory material. There are also several inscriptions in Irish.

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