| − | '''Saint Adomnan''' was abbot of [[Iona]] from 679-704 AD. He was the author of a biography of [[St. Columba]]. He wrote ''The Law of the Innocents'' which protected women and children in time of war and is regarded as an early example of [[Christian]] [[human rights]] law. He is regarded as an important figure in [[Scottish]] and [[Irish]] history. | + | '''Saint Adomnan''' was abbot of [[Iona]] from 679-704 AD. He was the author of a biography of [[Saint Columba]]. He wrote ''The Law of the Innocents'' which protected women and children in time of war and is regarded as an early example of [[Christian]] [[human rights]] law. He is regarded as an important figure in [[Scottish]] and [[Irish]] history. |