Mythical Creatures
Who were the Merrow in Irish Mythology?
Read more: Who were the Merrow in Irish Mythology?Discover the Merrow in Irish mythology—mysterious sea spirits said to dwell beneath the Atlantic. From red caps and enchanted marriages to storm warnings and ancient rituals, this post explores the folklore, symbolism, and enduring legacy of Ireland’s ocean-dwelling shapeshifters.
Who is the Cailleach? Ireland’s Winter Goddess
Read more: Who is the Cailleach? Ireland’s Winter GoddessDiscover the enduring myth of the Cailleach in Irish mythology—a powerful crone who shaped Ireland’s land, weather, and seasonal cycles. This post explores her origins, folklore, symbolism, and lasting cultural legacy.
Who were the Selkies in Irish Folklore & Mythology?
Read more: Who were the Selkies in Irish Folklore & Mythology?In the mist-shrouded shores of Ireland’s western isles, the selkie emerges from the silver sea—a shape-shifting seal by day, a human by night. Drawing on mythic encounters, this post explores the selkie’s origins in Gaelic language and legend, its symbolic resonance in heart-ache, homecoming and the liminal space between land and sea, and its lasting…
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