Irish Mythology
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Ériu – The Goddess Who Gave Ireland Its Name
Read more: Ériu – The Goddess Who Gave Ireland Its NameÉriu is the goddess from whom Ireland takes its name. This post explores her mythological role in Irish tradition, her link to sovereignty and land, and how her legacy endures in the very identity of the country.
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Brigid: Irish Goddess of Poetry, Healing and Sacred Fire
Read more: Brigid: Irish Goddess of Poetry, Healing and Sacred FireBrigid, daughter of the Dagda, is one of Ireland’s most enduring goddesses. From fire and poetry to healing and springtime ritual, this post explores her mythological origins, sacred places, and her lasting role in Irish culture and belief.
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The Merrow: Ireland’s Mermaids & The Stories of the Soul-Cages
Read more: The Merrow: Ireland’s Mermaids & The Stories of the Soul-CagesDiscover 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.
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Cailleach – Ireland’s Winter Hag and Shaper of Mountains
Read more: Cailleach – Ireland’s Winter Hag and Shaper of MountainsDiscover 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.
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Selkies: The Seal People of Irish & Scottish Folklore
Read more: Selkies: The Seal People of Irish & Scottish FolkloreIn 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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The Giant’s Causeway Legend: Myth of Finn MacCool
Read more: The Giant’s Causeway Legend: Myth of Finn MacCoolDiscover the legends of Finn MacCool, from the Giant’s Causeway to the Fenian Cycle. Warrior, poet, and giant—his myths shaped Ireland’s heroic past.
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Hill of Uisneach – Ireland’s Sacred Centre of Myth & History
Read more: Hill of Uisneach – Ireland’s Sacred Centre of Myth & HistoryThe Hill of Uisneach, Ireland’s sacred centre, is a site where ancient history, mythology, and landscape converge. From royal inaugurations to Bealtaine fire rituals, this Westmeath hill has long been a spiritual axis. Discover its role in prehistoric belief, medieval lore, and modern revival as the heart of Ireland’s mythic and ceremonial tradition.
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The Ancient Celtic Calendar: 8 Sacred Dates of the Irish Year
Read more: The Ancient Celtic Calendar: 8 Sacred Dates of the Irish YearFrom Samhain to Lughnasadh, this post outlines the eight pivotal festivals of the ancient Celtic calendar, explaining when each occurs and its cultural significance. Learn how these seasonal rituals shaped early Irish life and still echo in Ireland today.
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Roots of Language: Irish Tree Mythology, Ogham & Sacred Law
Read more: Roots of Language: Irish Tree Mythology, Ogham & Sacred LawOak, hazel, yew—these Irish words unlock more than vocabulary. They point to sacred inauguration trees (bíle), early law codes and the Ogham script. Explore how language, myth and history intertwine—and pick up practical phrases along the way.
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Irish Celtic Druids: Healers, Judges & Ancient Irish Wisdom
Read more: Irish Celtic Druids: Healers, Judges & Ancient Irish WisdomIrish Celtic druids were ancient Ireland’s elite scholars: priests, judges, and healers who wielded law and lore. This article explores who they were, what roles they played, and why they matter in Irish history and mythology.
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