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Why is the domesday book written in Latin?
The Domesday book is in Latin so that people who could read could read it. There was no Standard English in those days.
Can you read the domesday book?
Probably not.
Why is Domesday written in latin?
It was written in latin because it was the most used written language. In an age when virtually the only people who could read and write were priests, who used latin every day, it made sense to write in that language.
Did people in 1066 like the domsday book?
The Domesday Book was not started until long after 1066 and only completed in 1086. The people of England would have had little or no knowledge of the book as very few could read apart from priests and some monks. The Domesday Book was purely for the king and his accountants who needed to know how much tax he could levy on the landowners and tenants.
What is the Latin translation for 'read a book'?
Lege librum! (imperative command) Legere librum - to read a book
What was the material the domesday book detail was written on?
I think the Domesday book was made out of sheep skin and different types of animals. Because they had no paper they had to use that. If you read it and look at the fabric closely you can see small bits of hair and dried blood on the old animal skin.
Did William the Conqueror write the Domesday book?
He commissioned the writing of the book but it was written by a small team of priests as priests were almost the only people able to read and write in those days.
Could Martin Luther protestant read Latin?
Yes and he wrote in Latin as well.
What did Isaac Newton read?
Lots of things. If you mean what languages could he read... I know for certain he could read English and Latin and strongly suspect he could read French at least passably well.
What are some things you could do in a book club?
In a book club you decide on a book to read and you read it basically. Then you discuss about the book you've choosen.
Who can read god book?
Technically, anyone who can read could read a book about God if they wanted to. Religious people and individuals who are interested in religious studies are who will likely read a book about God.
What do Darwin speak?
Darwin was English. He spoke English, and could read Latin.
