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Wee county plans big celebration for Brigid 1500
It's estimated by scholars that St Brigid died around 1500 years ago and so this year celebrations will be in full swing nationwide and indeed in Co. Louth the birthplace of the saint.
Source: lmfm.ie
Louth County Council launch Brigid1500 'Louth Birthplace of Brigid' programme
From festivals to live theatre performances, illuminated visual displays, exhibitions, craft workshops and dedicated school projects, the wee county will be home to a series of unique events to mark the 1,500th anniversary of ‘St. Brigid’s’ passing.
Source: lmfm.ie
How St. Brigit became a powerful feminist symbol in Ireland
The Irish were searching for a divine female figure who could empower women, and who would counteract the violence done in the name of Christianity. Brigit of Kildare became that powerful symbol.
Source: cbc.ca
Who is Brigit, goddess or saint? - News & Events | Trinity College Dublin
Ireland's new public holiday to celebrate the icon Brigit has been greeted with widespread enthusiasm. In this comment piece, Dr Mary Condren, Trinity’s Centre for Gender and Women’s Studies, asks “who is Brigit, goddess or saint?”
Source: tcd.ie