Opinion
Peace Means Respect for Diversity
Today, we recall John Hume's words as he accepted the Nobel Peace Prize for his relentless drive to bridging the divides in the island of Ireland.
Exploring the wild Irish uplands
In wild Ireland, we find unforgettable stories and captivating legends. The Irish uplands have been inextricably intertwined with Irish history.
We can revive the Irish language. Should we?
The language is a source of ongoing, heated debate in Ireland. But should Irish be revived? Dr. De Barra discusses.
Where Mary Kenny Goes, God Never Feels Far Behind
Let me start with a confession. As a kid born in the 90’s, I have fallen quite out of touch with my own faith as many of my peers have;…
The Whole World is Saved by Easter Hope
In this piece, Daniel O'Leary talks about how during Holy Week, many of us fail to see salvation as a communal matter for all God’s people.
To Love, to Live, to Leave a Legacy
Mary Redmond Ussher called her strength to through breast cancer the ‘Pink Ribbon Path’. Here, her son writes about her experience with the illness.
Christians in Ireland before Patrick
St Patrick – “the man who brought Christianity to our ancestors”. But did he? We analyse evidence that there were Christians in Ireland…
Irish women who served in a time of European crisis
Read Joe Carroll's review of 'Irish Servicewomen in the Great War: From Western Front to roaring twenties' by Barbara Walsh.
Peace and the Politics of Love
Today, we celebrate the birth anniversary of Late Pat Hume, wife and partner in every sense of the word to the great John Hume who brought…
Culture
St Fursey the Dragon Slayer
Sinéad De Valera: A woman of substance
A Selection of Art
Celebrating the changing seasons of Ancient Ireland
Dracula: A horror novel from the Irish imagination
A collection of real Irish ghost stories for Halloween
The Powerful Women of Irish Mythology: The Morrígan – Goddess of Death
Reek Sunday: What to Know if You Want to Go
The English Invitation: King Diarmaid and Strongbow
Where Mary Kenny Goes, God Never Feels Far Behind
Lifestyle
Life, in Pieces
Happy birthday Joe Duffy! Last year, the famed broadcaster contributed a little about how his life during the Covid-19 lockdown and how he found peace during the tumultuous period
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Peace from Quiet Reflection
I try to find peace in moments of quiet reflection and in the company of friendsand loved ones. It’s something I actively seek out, both for my own well-being and sothat I can do my job to the…
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9 Adorable Irish dog breeds you need to adopt
Are you searching for your new best friend? These nine Irish pups are bred for hunting and shows but perfect for cuddles and fun.
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Glencairn Abbey in the Autumn: A spiritual haven for women
Valerie O'Sullivan's collection of photos and wisdom offer an exclusive view of Ireland's only Cistercian monastery for women in the crisp Autumn.
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Spirituality
Peace from Quiet Reflection
I try to find peace in moments of quiet reflection and in the company of friendsand loved ones. It’s something I actively seek out, both for my own well-being and sothat I can do my job to the…
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Peace Comes Dropping Slow
If I am agitated and want to find peace, I imagine myself in a beautiful place, usually on a beach or in a meadow where I have felt happy once. In my mind I get myself to lie down there,…
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The Celtic Spirit and the Otherworld
For the Celts, death did not mean annihilation. Death was a rite of passage to the the blessed realm of the gods and ancestors.
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Mountains, wells, and caves: A look at Ireland’s sacred landscape
In Ireland, relics can also be found in the natural landscape. Holy wells, caves, stones and even mountains have been pilgrim destinations for centuries.
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