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Irish Pagan Holidays

ipsadminJuly 5, 2024July 5, 2024

How (and why) do we celebrate Irish Pagan holidays in Contemporary Irish Paganism? Pagan Holidays (Holy Days) worldwide are coming back to a more general use and understanding, with folk...

Festivals Irish Folklore

SAMHRADH – SUMMER SOLSTICE IN IRELAND

ipsadminJune 18, 2024July 5, 2024

Here we look at the Irish Summer Solstice traditions with Lora O'Brien. The Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, has important spiritual and cultural meanings in Irish history....

Festivals Magic The Sidhe

Bealtaine Traditions in Ireland

ipsadminApril 26, 2024June 8, 2024

The May Bush, May Flowers, May Pole and May Bough are all Bealtaine traditions still to be found scattered through the Irish countryside come the 30th April (May Eve) and...

Festivals Irish Folklore

Bealtaine Fire Festival Cheat Sheet

ipsadminApril 20, 2024March 13, 2025

This is your guide to understanding Bealtaine in Ireland, with Lora O’Brien. Today, we’re exploring the authentic Irish traditions and practices of this ancient Fire festival, so we can learn,...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals Irish Folklore

Brat Bhríde: A Healing Tradition of Brigid’s Eve

ipsadminJanuary 31, 2024January 27, 2026

Explore the Irish spiritual and cultural tradition of the Brat Bhríde, 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...

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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. ...

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Imbolc Fire Festival Cheat Sheet

ipsadminJanuary 17, 2024March 13, 2025

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...

Festivals Guest Posts Irish Folklore Magic

What Is Handsel Monday in Folk Tradition?

ipsadminDecember 31, 2023January 9, 2024

This article takes a closer look at the customs and etymology behind the fascinating concept of Handsel Monday, a term steeped in Irish and Scottish tradition. Originating from a blend...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals

The Winter Solstice in Ireland: My Vigil for Grianstad an Gheimhridh

ipsadminDecember 9, 2023January 9, 2024

Although my personal practice for the Winter Solstice is not attested in any ancient text... it holds deep significance for me, and many others have found peace, hope, and even...