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Medieval Murder Mysteries - Homicide in Early Irish Law

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Explore the fascinating intersection of medieval Irish law and criminal investigation in this 50-minute lecture examining how homicide cases were handled in early Ireland. Delve into the legal frameworks that governed murder investigations when the perpetrator's identity remained unknown, discovering the methods and procedures used by medieval Irish society to solve these ancient "whodunnit" mysteries. Learn about the sophisticated legal philosophies that underpinned Irish jurisprudence, moving beyond the battlefield heroics of medieval literature to understand how ordinary criminal cases were prosecuted and resolved. Examine the intellectual history of medieval Ireland through the lens of legal philosophy, gaining insights into how this society balanced justice, investigation, and social order when confronting the ultimate crime of murder.

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2025-11-04 - Medieval Murder Mysteries: Homicide in Early Irish Law

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Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies DIAS

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