When Brehon Law Stirred the Waters: The Fight for the Erne and Beyond
1. A Bold Daylight Caper Picture a crisp June morning in 1925, the sun spilling golden light across the River Erne in Co. Donegal. A crew of six fishermen from…
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How Can Brehon Law Solve Today’s Problems? Irish Libertarian Perspective with X-Space host DáireBTC
In this episode, I have a conversation with DáireBTC over on his X Space, which he hosts every Sunday at 7.30 PM Irish Time. We talk about the difference between…
The Irish Wolfhound: A Majestic Breed Steeped in History and Legend
The Irish Wolfhound, known in Irish as the Cú Faoil, is a breed of unparalleled size, strength, and historical significance. Renowned as one of the tallest dog breeds in the…
Exploring Bretha Nemed or the “Judgments of the Privileged”: A Window into Early Irish Legal Tradition
The ancient legal texts of Ireland offer a fascinating glimpse into the minds and societal structures of our ancestors. Among these, the Bretha Nemed ("Judgments of the Privileged") stands out…
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…
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…
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…