Question

Will the text of the Voynich manuscript be successfully translated before 2051?

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Total Forecasters89

Community Prediction36% (29% - 45%)

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community: 36%

Authors:

ignorance.prior

Opened:

May 18, 2019

Closes:

Jan 1, 2051

Scheduled resolution:

Jan 1, 2051

Voynich manuscript

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Authors:

ignorance.prior

Opened:

May 18, 2019

Closes:

Jan 1, 2051

Scheduled resolution:

Jan 1, 2051

Voynich manuscript

History

University of Bristol

Stone of Destiny mystery solved as expert deciphers odd markings on artefact used in King Charles’ coronation

Independent•Jan 24, 2025

Unlock this ancient mystery from a lost civilization — and earn $1 million

New York Post•Jan 25, 2025

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Will the automated decipherment of enciphered historical manuscripts change history?

76%

Will we know what Dark Matter is before 2050?

52%