Castle Douglas and Latin

[Nick]

I've got kind of a two-fold question concerning Castle Douglas and the inscription above the door. I'm working on a calligraphy project for a friend of mine, who was my professor and advisor. I took Latin from him for a year, but since this is for him, I can't ask him if the Latin is good.

"Pax intrantibus, salus exeuntibus, benedicto habitantibus."
"Peace to those entering, health to those leaving, blessings to those within."

Now, here's the thing. I've also asked on Sword Forum International, and according to the gent that's posted, the above Latin is "how it appears on the alleged "Castle Douglass" inscription (I suspect this is Threave Castle near the modern town named Castle Douglass--late 14th Century)." So my first question is, can anyone shed any light on the actual inscription? Even if it is not good Latin, it's acceptable since it's an actual medieval rendering.

Now, if no info is to be had about the original inscription, does anyone have any advice on the Latin? I've also seen it spelled ""Pax intrantibus, Salus exeuntibus, Benedicto habitantibus" and at least one other way, but I can't find it. Any suggestions?

Sliante,
Nick

[sorcererdale]

Hey Nick,

Go to St. Peter Cathedral and talk to the secretary. She's seen me in my kilt when I fixed their big grandfather clock, so it might not surprise her too much. Ask her if any one is around that knows Latin, they can probably help you there!

DALE.

[Pour1Malt]

well....

interestin'....

Threave Castle is the castle o' the Black Douglas's... an Castle
Douglas is the name o' the nearby toon.... ya arr correct...

but... ai've been tae Threave Castle three times... an there is nay inscription....

sae ai'm no sure where ya read that there is yin....???

here is ma threid o' Threave Castle....

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