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Tag Archives: Irish history
Who Is the Celtic Goddess of Winter? The Cailleach Explained
Unveil the divine hag of Celtic mythology. Is she a goddess, demoness, or the Punxsutawney Phil of the ancient Gaels?
The Irish Goddess Brigid vs. Saint Brigid
Did Saint Brigid actually exist? Or was she a reimagining of the Irish pagan goddess (or a druidess) of the same name?
The Selfish Giant (IrishMyths StoryTime Ep. 5)
A tall tale about greed, love, and the changing of the seasons, penned by one of Ireland’s most famous writers, Oscar Wilde.
The Celtic Cult of the Head
What do history, archaeology, and mythology tell us about the (alleged) Celtic practice of severed head worship?
Was Scotland Named for an Egyptian Princess? The Scota Myth Explained
Learn the story of Scota, exiled daughter of an Egyptian Pharaoh, and legendary namesake of Scotland.
Did Ancient Irish Warriors Use Chariots in Battle?
Did the ancient Irish use war chariots in battle? The Irish myths say yes: but what about Irish archaeology?
A Fir Bolg Fort in Clew Bay?
An Irish archaeologist recently uncovered the ruins of a stone fort in Clew Bay. Is it connected to the mythological Fir Bolg?
The Truth About Leprechauns [VIDEO]
Take your leprechaun learning to the next level with this video essay profiling the Irish fairy in all his minuscule glory
The Rise of Leprechauns in Popular Culture
Learn how leprechauns evolved from red-clad aquatic sprites to green-clad pastoral pests