Harry Kelly's Manx bible & why it is important
A short introduction to the background of 'Mind Your Language!' - the exhibition exploring and celebrating the richness, history and contemporary relevance of Gaelg / Manx.
Nicola Tooms, co-curator of the exhibition, explains something of the exhibition co-curated by Culture Vannin and Manx National Heritage, which aims to leave visitors with a sense of enjoyment and discovery, finding the beauty of Manx in nature, poetry and place, and fostering a positive connection with the language.
The exhibition was delivered as part of Blein ny Gaelgey – Year of the Manx Language, this exhibition invites visitors to discover the richness, history and contemporary relevance of Gaelg / Manx.
This film is one in a series produced as a collaborative project by Culture Vannin and Manx National Heritage.
More information:
* The exhibition: https://culturevannin.im/news/mind-your-language-935530/
* Blein ny Gaelgey: https://yearofmanx.im/
* Culture Vannin: https://culturevannin.im/
* Manx National Heritage: https://manxnationalheritage.im/
* The Manx language & resources for learning it: https://www.learnmanx.com/
This film was produced by Culture Vannin in 2026.
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Video Summary
AI GeneratedThis video discusses the historical significance of the Manx Bible, originally translated by Bishop Wilson. While the translation was intended to save souls by making scripture accessible in the native tongue rather than to preserve the language, it ironically became a vital tool for modern learners and speakers seeking to revive and study the Manx language.