irish mythology
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The 6 Founding Principles of Early Celtic Societies
The 6 values Celtic peoples lived by. These can clearly be seen when studying Irish mythology. Are these values still relative to modern day living? Continue reading
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Spectacular Landscapes of Love and Lust in Irish Myths
Love in all its many guises is woven through the tapestry of Irish mythology and remembered in the naming of the landscape. Continue reading
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What’s the Significance of Brigid’s Magic ‘Little’ Cloak?
Brigid’s humble cloak is significant because without it, there would have been no dual monastery at Kildare, and so Brigid’s power would not have been consolidated within the history of the church or mythology in Ireland. Continue reading
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Mugwort | How to Empower Your Dreams and Love Your Memory
The history and power of dreaming, and how natural wild plant ally mugwort can help with your dreams and thus improve your memory. Continue reading
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The Astonishing Phenomenon of ‘Lake-Burst’ Stories in the Myths of Ireland
Lakes, rivers and floods of Ireland in mythology. Continue reading
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Willow-Kin
Grey and goat willows are native to Ireland and prolific growers. Learn about their uses and watery nature here. Continue reading
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The Evolution of the Cailleach
The Cailleach features so little in Irish mythology, its almost as if she was deliberately written out of the record. But the stories remain in the oral tradition, and she was POWERFUL! Continue reading
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Bringing St. Brigid's Cloak To Life
The Bringing St. Brigid’s Cloak to Life Project has found its forever home at the County Cavan Museum. Come with me on a visit to see it. Continue reading
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Birthplace of a Goddess?
A visit to the Hill of Faughert, located in the plains of Muirthemne which is steeped in the mythology of Cúchulainn and the Táin, and supposedly the birthplace of Brigid – but saint or goddess? Continue reading
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Flower Power in Irish Mythology
Going back to my roots in order to grow The early days of June feel like summer is just beginning. It is only now in Ireland that the days are filled more with blue sky than cloud, and the air… Continue reading
