The practice of medicine in Ireland can be traced back to the earliest times and incorporated various practices, including the use of herbal remedies and surgical procedures. In this article,…
The Corus Bescna, a remarkable text from early medieval Ireland, offers invaluable insights into the legal and social fabric of the time. As the fifth book of the Senchus Mór,…
The Corpus Iuris Hibernici (CIH) is an invaluable collection of medieval Irish legal texts that sheds light on the native legal system of Ireland, known as Brehon Law. This extraordinary…
Nestled in the heart of Ireland's ancient landscape, the Hill of Uisneach stands as a testament to the country's rich history and cultural heritage. Often referred to as the navel…
Ireland was comprised of about 100-120 territorial units with varying degrees of autonomy and independence called tuatha (singular: tuath). Each tuatha was a composition of numerous clan groups who held…
https://youtu.be/m6NS3AHU5fE This article is for anyone curious to learn more about their family history and genealogy. It includes essential resources, records, and strategies for successfully tracing one's Irish ancestry. From…
Discover the fascinating world of cats in early Irish society exploring the history of cats in Ireland, the Catslechta legal manuscript, and some early Irish cat names. Learn about the famous Pangur Bán poem and Irish folklore and legends that featured monstrous enchanted wild cats. Discover the Cave of Cats-Oweynagat, an ancient cave in County Roscommon associated with legends of demon cats, and the mysterious Imbas forasna divination technique used by the Druids.
In an era of overcrowded prisons and soaring recidivism rates, the efficacy of the current penal system has come under scrutiny. As a morally, socially, and economically questionable approach to…
Pangur Bán or “White Pangur” is an anonymous poem written in Old Irish around the 9th century by an Irish monk in praise of his white cat named Pangur (bán…
In Ireland, fairy beliefs have been intertwined with the natural world for centuries. Trees, in particular the hawthorn, have played a significant role in Irish fairy folklore and tradition. The…