Analysis and Possible Translation of the Voynich Manuscript: Page 78 and "The Goat"

This paper presents a preliminary attempt to approach the deciphering of the Voynich Manuscript, focusing on page 78 and the folio known as “The Goat.” The analysis suggests that the text may be written in an existing language, possibly Basque in its archaic forms, represented through a ciphered script. Methodologically, vowels and recurring letter patterns were identified and tested against Basque vocabulary, producing partial word matches such as ezezkoz and ez. Additional fragments indicate possible blending of Basque with Old French, Castilian, and other medieval dialects. Although the translation is not complete, the results provide linguistic leads and structural insights that may serve as a foundation for further research. This study argues that the manuscript is less likely to be an invented language but rather an encrypted or modified representation of existing linguistic systems. For feedback or questions, contact: [email protected]