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Loughcrew Equinox

The Loughcrew cairns, Oldcastle, Co. Meath, Ireland, are approximately 5,400 years old (Older than the pyramids of Egypt). Each Spring and Autumn Equinox the rising sun lights the passage chamber of Cairn T, the rays hitting the highly decorated back stone.

Many stories are connected to this prehistoric site including that of the Cailleach or witch/goddess. According to the Legend, the Loughcrew cairns were formed by the Cailleach throwing rocks from her apron, jumping from hill to hill. It is said that she tripped and died and is buried on Patrickstown, one of the hills. The area, known today as Sliabh na Caillí or Mountain of the Witch, reflects this age-old story.

 

 

 

The Art of Irish Lore

Manannán MacLir - prints
  • Manannán MacLir - prints
  • Manannán MacLir - prints
  • Manannán MacLir - prints
  • Manannán MacLir - prints
SKU A346
€15.00
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Manannán MacLir

Manannán MacLir, was the Sea God of Ancient Ireland. He is also associated with the legends of Scotland and the Isle of Man, where his throne was located and indeed the island is named after this mythological God. It was said he had a horse, Aonbharr who could gallop as easily across the waves as on land. His sword, Fragarach, could cut through any armour and his Cloak of Mists could change to any colour. He possessed a Crane bag which contained many treasures and a boat which obeyed the orders of those who sailed within.

Illustration from an original by Margaret McKenna