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Christmas Kells

Celtic Cats

Celtic Cats

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A poem called Pangur Bán, written in the 9th century by an Irish monk about his cat, highlights how cats were kept as pets during the time that the Book of Kells was created. The monks may have kept cats to help preserve the supply of food in the monastery. This practical function is referenced in the Book of Kells through illustrations of cats catching rodents.

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