bi3mw > 04-05-2023, 08:23 PM
Quote:There are several reasons why it remains undeciphered:
1. Lack of context: Without knowing the context, background, or purpose of the manuscript, it is difficult to develop a framework for deciphering its language.
2. Unique script: The manuscript’s script is unlike any known writing system, with no clear predecessor or parallel to aid in deciphering.
3. Possible coded or invented language: If the manuscript is written in a code or deliberately invented language, decoding it becomes significantly more challenging.
4. Limited sample size: With only one known example of the Voynich Manuscript, researchers cannot compare it to other texts written in the same language or script to look for patterns or clues.
Mark Knowles > 04-05-2023, 08:58 PM
Koen G > 04-05-2023, 08:59 PM
Mark Knowles > 04-05-2023, 09:42 PM
(04-05-2023, 08:59 PM)Koen G Wrote: You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view.I think the first point, more context, would certainly help.
if the drawings were recognizable as a copy from a known herbal.
Therefore I think attempts at contextualization, however small, are always a worthy effort.
bi3mw > 05-05-2023, 01:42 PM
(04-05-2023, 09:42 PM)Mark Knowles Wrote: You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view.There could be just one document which once found would make a huge difference to our understanding of the Voynich manuscript or a series of documents may help us put the pieces together.
Mark Knowles > 05-05-2023, 02:35 PM
(05-05-2023, 01:42 PM)bi3mw Wrote: You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view.(04-05-2023, 09:42 PM)Mark Knowles Wrote: You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view.There could be just one document which once found would make a huge difference to our understanding of the Voynich manuscript or a series of documents may help us put the pieces together.
Since I consider the VMS to be more of a composite work, I would assume that comparisons with various other manuscripts would lead to the goal. Of course, it would be nice to find the ONE manuscript.
Mark Knowles > 05-05-2023, 07:10 PM
R. Sale > 05-05-2023, 08:46 PM
bi3mw > 05-05-2023, 10:25 PM
(05-05-2023, 07:10 PM)Mark Knowles Wrote: You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view.I think one reason the Voynich is undeciphered is that there is too little specialisation going on.
ReneZ > 05-05-2023, 11:49 PM