January 2024 - The Irish Pagan School

Brat Bríde: A Healing Tradition of Brigid’s Eve

ipsadminJanuary 31, 2024July 15, 2024

Explore the Irish spiritual and cultural tradition of the Brat Bríde, where a simple ribbon or piece of cloth transforms into a potent talisman of healing on Brigid's Eve, and...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals

Irish Pagan Ritual for Imbolc

ipsadminJanuary 24, 2024February 12, 2024

As the wheel of the year turns, we welcome Imbolc, the traditional Irish Fire Festival or Cross Quarter day, with a simple Pagan ritual marking the beginning of Spring. Celebrated...

Irish Folklore Reviews The Sidhe

Essential Resources for Irish Folklore

ipsadminJanuary 23, 2024July 15, 2024

Irish folklore, with its rich tapestry of myths, legends, and traditions, has long captivated scholars and enthusiasts alike. For those beginning (or continuing!) this fascinating journey of discovery, certain texts...

Festivals

5 Day Imbolc Challenge

ipsadminJanuary 18, 2024February 12, 2024

Our Imbolc Challenge offers a unique opportunity to connect deeply with the themes of renewal, balance, and growth inherent in the Imbolc festival season over 5 days of simple reflection. ...

Festivals

Imbolc Fire Festival Cheat Sheet

ipsadminJanuary 17, 2024February 12, 2024

This is your guide to understanding Imbolc (Imbolg) in Ireland, with Lora O'Brien. Today we're turning our focus to the rich traditions and nuanced discussions surrounding this Fire festival, so...

Beginners Irish Folklore Mythology The Sidhe

Leprechauns: From Irish Myth to Modern Culture

ipsadminJanuary 9, 2024February 12, 2024

With their mischievous demeanor and pots of gold at the end of the rainbow, the leprechaun has left an indelible mark on Irish folklore, and made a mark on modern...

Irish Folklore The Sidhe

What is the Warning about Fairies?

ipsadminJanuary 6, 2024February 12, 2024

When discussing the Irish Sidhe, the Fairies as we call them here, you'll hear many a cautionary tale of trickery, hard lessons, and even death... before you ever get a...

Contemporary Paganism Mythology The Gods

Airmid: Celtic Goddess of Healing

ipsadminJanuary 5, 2024February 12, 2024

I've seen some chatter floating about online about whether Airmid, a figure from Irish Mythology, (also Airmed, Airmeith, Airmedh) is a historical figure, or a deity, and if she could...