This article ventures into the heart of Irish folklore and history, spotlighting Morann and his legendary Collar—a beacon of justice and wisdom once featured on the emblem of the Department…
The legal system of Ireland before the arrival of the Normans was known as the Brehon Law. It was a complex and evolved system of law that reflected the intricacies…
In the complex tapestry of legal history, the ancient Irish Brehon Law stands out as a unique and intriguing legal system. As we explore Brehon Law and its economic underpinnings,…
This event explored the details of both Brehon Law and early Icelandic Law, showing how justice, society, free markets, and lawmaking worked without centralized power. Participants deepened their understanding of…
Boycotting refers to a non-violent form of protest or dissent that involves abstaining from engaging with a person, group, or institution, typically in a social or economic sense, in order…
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…
Explore the challenges of interpreting and preserving this legal tradition, from limited historical sources and language barriers to the impact of colonization and biases in legal scholarship. Learn how comparative analysis with other legal systems can deepen our understanding of Brehon law and its relevance to contemporary issues of restorative justice and community involvement in dispute resolution.
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…
Traditional legal systems have been developed over centuries to serve the needs of specific cultures and societies. These systems reflect the values, beliefs, and traditions of the communities that created…