Ogham is a timeless and ancient alphabet. The term Ogham is derived from the word Ogma, which refers to the Celtic God of Elocution or eloquence. The Ogham alphabet consists of groups of one to five lines arranged vertically over a stem line, with each group representing a distinct letter.
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Categories: Irish Traditions , Irish Jewelry , Interesting Stories , Ireland , Celtic Jewelry , Education , Legends and Folklore , Celtic Culture , History of Ireland
The concept of a “fairy king” is quite prevalent in the folklore of both the United Kingdom and Ireland. In a fairy kingdom, these Fairy Kings and Fairy Queens exercise as much control over their subjects as is humanly feasible over a small number of people.
- Categories: Irish Traditions , Interesting Stories , Celtic Holidays , Halloween , Celtic Legends , Education , Legends and Folklore , History of IrelandThe idea of night and day was central to everyday existence in Celtic culture. Bealtaine and Samhain were two of their most important holidays. Their year was split between a dark half and a light half, and the transition from one to the other was celebrated with festivities. Samhain is a term that is often translated to mean “summer’s end,” and it was certainly a festival that took place during the darker half of the year.
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- Categories: Irish Blessings , Interesting Stories , Irish Wit & Wisdom , Celtic Legends , Blog , Education , Legends and Folklore , History of IrelandWilliam Butler Yeats, who was born on June 13, 1865, is often regarded as one of the most accomplished poets to come from Ireland. His poetry is deeply ingrained in the national consciousness of Ireland.
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The Celts were not only fearless Celtic warriors but also brilliant philosophers, inventors, builders, and makers of Celtic art and architecture. The lack of cohesiveness among them was the primary flaw in their organization, and it would eventually lead to their demise. Take a journey through the rich heritage of the Celtic people. Explore their history, traditions, and culture with our comprehensive guide. Read on!
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Some traditional Halloween customs associated with Halloween include going trick-or-treating in spooky costumes, pumpkin carving, and going door to door for candy. Samhain is a Gaelic term that is pronounced: “SAH-win.” It was a pagan religious celebration to welcome the harvest at the end of summer when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts.
- Jul 18 2022
August Birthstone History And Meaning
Give someone whose birthday is in August a piece of jewelry with their birthstone to help them celebrate their special day. Continue reading to find out more about the history of the birthstone for August. The unique characteristics of the peridot gemstones are what give them their allure. - Categories: Irish Traditions , Irish Jewelry , Ireland , Celtic Legends , Celtic Jewelry , Blog , Legends and Folklore , Celtic CultureThere is indeed a story associated with each old Celtic sign, such as the triskele. The symbolism of the triskele is complex, multifaceted, and open to a great deal of interpretation. Have you ever been curious about the significance of the symbol known as the triskele, which is also referred to as the triple spiral and the triskelion?
- Categories: Irish Traditions , Irish Blessings , Interesting Stories , Irish Wit & Wisdom , Ireland , Blog , Education , Legends and FolkloreSlainté! It’s likely that you’ve already heard of and used this traditional Irish toast at some point. But are you certain that you understand what it implies? Check out our explanation of its meaning, how to pronounce it, and the contexts in which it might be used.
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