Captivating photographs reveal ‘dark underbelly of Irish rural life’
For more than 40 years, Richard travelled Ireland. His striking images record unique aspects of Irish life that have almost disappeared.
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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.
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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 before Patrick.
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A Selection of Irish Art
In celebration of St Patrick's Day, we look at a beautiful piece of art depicting the Saint lighting a paschal fire on the Hill of Slane
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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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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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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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Celebrating the changing seasons of Ancient Ireland
The ancient Irish pagan celebrations and calendar were intertwined with their mythology. Now, celebrations for Celtic heroes and deities are Christian holidays.
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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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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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