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Liber ordinum maior, 11th c Mozarabic chant
Liber ordinum maior. Ms 4. 1052. Tradition A Castilian-Leonese of Old Hispanic or Visigothic chant. Biblical codex to the lecture of religious services. Mozarabic art. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. CASTILE AND LEON. BURGOS. Santo Domingo de Silos. Monastery of Santo Domingo (St. Dominic)
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1052 11th Biblical Burgos Castile Castilian Chant Codex Domingo Dominic Hispanic Lecture Leon Leonese Liber Maior Monastery Mozarabic Santo Services Silos Tradition Upright Visigothic Masculine Persons
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11th Century Mozarabic Chant: A Glimpse into the Rich History of Santo Domingo de Silos Monastery, Burgos, Spain The Liber Ordinum Maior, a 11th-century Mozarabic chant manuscript (MS 4.1052), is a testament to the profound cultural and artistic heritage of the Santo Domingo de Silos Monastery in Burgos, Spain. This manuscript, part of the Castilian-Leonese tradition of Old Hispanic or Visigothic chant, is a biblical codex used for the lecture of religious services. The Liber Ordinum Maior, with its intricate miniature painting, is a vertical, upright, and vibrant work of art. The colorful portraits of men, depicting various persons and scenes from the Bible, are a remarkable representation of Mozarabic art. This manuscript, which dates back to the Middle Ages, is a precious relic from the Western history period. The Mozarabic chant, also known as the Old Castilian or Hispanic chant, is a unique musical tradition that originated in the Iberian Peninsula during the Visigothic period. This tradition, which was influenced by both the Latin and Byzantine musical styles, was widely used in the monasteries of Castile and León, such as Santo Domingo de Silos. The Liber Ordinum Maior is a significant reminder of the rich cultural and artistic legacy of the Santo Domingo de Silos Monastery. The manuscript's intricate miniature paintings and the musical compositions it contains offer a glimpse into the daily religious practices and artistic sensibilities of the medieval period. The manuscript's preservation is a testament to the enduring importance of the monastery in the history of Western art and music. In conclusion, the Liber Ordinum Maior is a priceless treasure of the Santo Domingo de Silos Monastery, which showcases the beauty and complexity of Mozarabic art and the musical traditions of the Middle Ages. Its vibrant colors, intricate miniature paintings, and musical compositions continue to captivate and inspire scholars and art lovers alike.
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