The powerful women of Irish mythology: Warrior Queen Medb
In honour of women's day, let's trawl through Irish myths and legends for fearless women, starting with the warrior Queen Medb of Connacht.
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The Different names of Ireland
Did you know the since the creation of the known world, Ireland has had fourteen names? Let's learn them all!
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The Life of Saint Dymphna
In 2016, the Phoebus Foundation, a trust from the collection and preservation of Belgian art, undertook a large-scale restoration project focused on an altar screen by Goossen van der Weyden…
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A Selection of Irish Art
On the death anniversary of Irish writer, poet, and lyricist Thomas Moore, we take a look at Sr Maureen's thoughts on his friend Sir Shee's portrait of the man.
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A Farewell to the Flesh: It’s pancake time!
Shrove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Pancake Tuesday.. call it what you will. But what;s about? Read on to find out!
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Remembering Garda Patrick Reynolds
An extract from a recent book written by an ex-Garda highlights the pain of the Garda community upon the murder of one of their own
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From Ancient Rome to Modern Dublin – The journey of Saint Valentine
February 14 has been associated with St Valentine in modern lore. But how and why? And did you know his relics are in Dublin?
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On a Pilgrimage: Visiting St Gobnait’s Shrine at Ballyvourney
In the village of Ballyvourney lies a shrine dedicated to St Gobnait. Let's trace a pilgrim's steps on her feast day with Dr Louise Nugent
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Rushes & Reeds – St Brigid’s Cross’s in modern Ireland
Local artist Gabriel Gillespie of Meenavean has been making St Brigid’s crosses like no other.
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Lá Fhéile Bríde
Saint Brigid’s Day is celebrated on February 1st, the day of the old Celtic festival of Imbolc. St. Brigid’s Holy Well in Liscannor is a popular site to visit on this day.
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