Old Church Slavonic Institute, Research institute in Gornji Grad-Medveščak, Croatia.
Description
The Old Church Slavonic Institute is located in Zagreb and holds collections of medieval manuscripts written in Glagolitic script. Its holdings include microfilms and printed copies sourced from archives and libraries worldwide.
History
The institute was founded in 1952, but its roots trace back to an academy established in 1902 on the island of Krk. It was later integrated into Zagreb's theological institution and developed into a major research center.
Culture
The institute focuses on how Church Slavonic language shaped medieval Croatian society and identity. Through its research and publications, it shows the importance this language held for the region's education and cultural development.
Practical
The institute is located in the Gradec district and welcomes researchers and interested visitors to access its manuscript collections. The library specializes in medieval Croatian literature and paleography, so it helps to clarify your research interests before visiting.
Did you know?
The institute publishes the academic journal Slovo, which focuses on research and documentation of Church Slavonic. This publication is read by specialists worldwide and contributes to ongoing scholarly discussions about medieval Eastern languages.
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