Sick Maintenance: Injury, Restorative Justice, and Legal Liability in Early Ireland
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…
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Ancient Irish Medical Practices: Exploring Early Irish Medicine under the Brehon Laws
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,…
From Fragments to a Masterpiece: Exploring the “Corpus Iuris Hibernici” D.A. Binchy’s Pioneering Contribution to Early Irish Law
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…
Studying Brehon Law Today | 8 Core Challenges (and How to Address Them)
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.
Looking Back Moving Forward: How Ireland’s Ancient Brehon Law Can Improve Penal Policy Today
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…
Centuries Beneath the Rag Tree | Discover How the Irish ‘Fairy Tree’ Still Invokes Superstition, Reverance, and Healing
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…
Brehon Law, Ubuntu, Navajo Peacemaking, and The Great Law of Peace: Reimagining Traditional Legal Systems for Today’s World
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…
The Power of Three: The Trinity in Irish Mythology, History, and Culture
Explore the significance of the number three in Irish mythology, literature, and culture. From the triple spiral pattern found on Newgrange, to the triple goddess of sovereignty, to the motif…
Brehon Law: A System of Justice for Modern Times? Reimagining Traditional Legal Systems for Today’s World
Brehon Law, also known as Fenechus, is a unique and remarkable legal system that flourished in Early Ireland from around the 7th to the 17th century. It was an intricate…
Poem: The Wisdom of the Brehon Druids
Amidst green fields and rolling hills,In ancient Ireland, wisdom spillsFrom Brehon druids, wise and old,Their tales of lore, forever told. With measured pace and lilting tone,They speak of laws that…
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