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13 janvier 2011

The Irish Shamrock

The Irish Shamrock

The Shamrock or Irish Shamrock as so many may call it, has become one of the symbols for Ireland over the years. The Irish word seamrog means white clover and is the origin of the word Shamrock. Nathaniel Colgan identified the first real Irish Shamrock...

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Tags: clover, st. patrick

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13 janvier 2011

Molly Malone

The Dubliners, a great Irish group who is performing Molly Malone, Dublin's anthem ! The song tells the fictional tale of a beautiful fishmonger who plied her trade on the streets of Dublin, but who died young, of a fever. The name "Molly" originated...

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13 janvier 2011

Miscellaneous Superstitions

A bunch of mint tied around the wrist is a sure remedy for disorders of the stomach. A sick persons bed must be placed north and south not cross ways. Nettles gathered in a churchyard and boiled down for a drink have the power to cure dropsy. The touch...

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13 janvier 2011

Animals and Superstitions

A crowing hen, a whistling girl, and a black cat are considered very unlucky. Beware of them in a house. If a rooster comes to your threshold and crows, you may expect visitors. While on a trip if you see three magpies on your left it is unlucky; but...

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Tags: wildlife, Superstitions, animals

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13 janvier 2011

Death and Superstitions

It is believed that the souls of the dead that die abroad, wish to be buried in Ireland. The dead will not rest peaceably unless buried with their forefathers and people of their own kind. A dead hand is believed to be a cure for all diseases. Many times...

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13 janvier 2011

Traditional costume

Traditional costume

The traditional dress of Ireland during the early days was inspired by the Gaelic and Norse costumes. It consisted of check trews for men worn with a fringed cloak or mantle, or a short tunic for both men and women worn with a fringed cloak. Although...

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Tags: Costume, Dance

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