After visiting Dublin, Ireland on three different occasions, I have found this comfortable, laid back capital city to contain a wealth of interesting things to see and do. If you wanted to see all of its fascinating attractions, it would probably take you days. But, if you don’t have that much time to see all ...
Illuminated manuscripts are manuscripts where the “text is supplemented by the addition of decoration or illustration, such as decorated initials, borders, and miniatures” (wikipedia). In the truest since of the word, an illuminated text only refers to “manuscripts decorated with gold or silver” (Wikipedia). But today’s scholars are now using the term to refer to ...
In the realm of Historical Fiction, there is no better author than Stephen R. Lawhead. This goes double when he is writing about Celtic peoples during the Dark Ages. His attention to detail and vast knowledge of the customs and social structure of post-Roman world provide a realism that is unmatched. Byzantium (HarperPrism, 1996) is ...
One of the most romantic, powerful and dramatic of the symbols of Scotland is the Highland dress recognised throughout the world as Scotland’s national costume. Today’s kilt, often worn by pipers with a plaid (a long piece of tartan wrapped across the upper part of the body) is a modern version of the “feileadh mor” ...
If you’re thinking of spending your next vacation in Ireland, than a visit to Dublin is probably already part of your itinerary. If you’ve been to Dublin before, then you may want to consider visiting again, for it is a far different city than it was five years ago. Ireland’s largest city has much more ...
Understanding the meanings behind the symbols associated with Ireland can help you gain a broader understanding of Irish culture or your own heritage. Whether you are looking to do further research or simply to learn a bit more for St. Patrick’s Day, enjoy this basic guide to Irish symbols. Harp: The harp is a definitive ...
