Folklore
Bealtaine Traditions in Ireland
According to the Celtic calendar Bealtaine, or May Day, is the first day of summer.
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100 Irish Proverbs: wisdom for every occasion
Whether you're looking for encouragement or a bit of humour, there's an Irish proverb for every occasion. To give you some motivation, we have compiled a list of 100 seanfhocal that covers all aspects of life.
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DIY Halloween costumes, inspired by Irish Mythology
Let’s showcase Ireland’s rich heritage and draw inspiration from the stories, heroes and various characters from Irish mythology.
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Samhain: the Irish Origin of Halloween
Pumpkins can be seen everywhere in Autumn, welcoming us at the doorstep with their frightful faces and ghoulish grins. We call these jack-o’-lanterns, or ‘Seán na Gealaí’ in Irish.
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The Legend of Sean na Gealaí/Stingy Jack: From Mischievous Crook to Piteous Spook
Pumpkins can be seen everywhere in Autumn, welcoming us at the doorstep with their frightful faces and ghoulish grins. We call these jack-o’-lanterns, or ‘Seán na Gealaí’ in Irish.
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