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Tag Archives: Irish history
Does Irish Mythology Prove That Cú Chulainn Was a Comet? [Cosmic Cú Chulainn Part 4]
What do Irish mythology and Arthurian legend tell us about the nature of comets? Are they associated with heroes, or villains?
Does History Support the Theory That Cú Chulainn Was a Comet? [Cosmic Cú Chulainn Part 3]
The documentary evidence we have from the 530s paints a grim picture of human existence. But was a comet to blame?
The Science Behind the “Cú Chulainn Was a Comet” Theory [Cosmic Cú Chulainn Part 2]
Scientists agree there was a global nuclear winter-like event in 536 CE. But was it a comet or a volcano that caused the cataclysm?
Was the Irish Hero Cú Chulainn Actually a Comet? [Cosmic Cú Chulainn Part 1]
The cosmic Cú Chulainn theory posits that the Irish hero Cú Chulainn, the Irish god Lugh, and King Arthur are all representations of Halley’s Comet. But is it true?
The Pagan Origins of St. Patrick’s Day
Why is St. Patrick’s Day celebrated on March 17th? Turns out there’s much more to the story than most people realize.
Book Giveaway: Saint Patrick in Your Pocket
Introducing the latest book in my Celtic Pocket Guides series, Saint Patrick in Your Pocket: 20 Questions With the Apostle of Ireland
The 12 Best Irish Mythology Gifts on eBay
I searched the ancient dungeons of eBay and uncovered 25 Irish mythology treasures. The perfect holiday gift for the mythology nerd in your family awaits.
Who Were Ireland’s First Inhabitants?
Pop culture tells us that Ireland was always teeming with ancient Celts. But archaeology, and even Irish mythology, tell different stories about Ireland’s prehistoric inhabitants.
Where Did Celtic Culture Originate?
In their heyday, the ancient Celts occupied territories across Europe. But where did the Celts come from originally? And in which direction(s) did Celtic culture spread?