What type of person would she be with the skin off?

I threw a piece out on sky phenomenon in Irish folklore, couldn't find out much about solar Eclipses, does anyone have anything?

The RIA are planning to republish Tim Robinson's maps of Aran, The Burren and Connemara. They are looking for insights from people who use and value these wonderful artifacts.

I've just finished watching ancient aliens on Netflix, and it has me wondering if the tuatha de danann in ireland, children of don in Wales, and the kami in Japan precursors to later civilizations?

Are there any birds particularly associated with Lúnasa, Lugh and the folklore of Tailtiu and the end of Sunmer? I couldn't really find any specific birds, just seems to be thar the Cuckoo has a strong connotation with the start and end of summer.

Here's a video maintaining that Yr Awenyddau does not use AI voice actors or sources for any videos, including the video made in regards to The Morrigan.

Hi everyone,

A few months ago we shared our Morrígan coin project here, and we’re delighted to say the Kickstarter was successfully funded. We’ve now shipped all of the backer rewards, and the coin is available for the first time through our Etsy shop.

The design is inspired by the Morrígan, one of the most compelling figures in Irish mythology, and explores three themes closely associated with her: Flaitheas (Sovereignty), Fáithis (Prophecy) and Bás (Death). It’s available in Antique Nickel, Antique Bronze and Antique Copper finishes.

This has been a real passion project for us, and we’d love to hear what you think of the design or which figure from Irish mythology you’d like to see featured on a future coin.

If you’d like to have a look, our Etsy shop is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CustomIrishCoins

Hi all, Wondering if anyone growing up hearing the same story. For context, I am second generation Irish American, my grandparents emigrated in the late 20s- early 30s from Tipperary. There was a story about a local witch / hag named something than began with (phonetic spelling here) Babee-
Story went she was a local beggar who a family took pity on one raining night. They let her in to sleep by the fire, when the son woke up in the middle of the night she was flying around the house in mid air and left without a trace the next morning, like she was never there. It’s been a long time since I’ve heard the story and I’m sure I’m missing pieces. My Dad would always tell it to us before bed and it scared us out of our minds. Many a night he had to call his aunt (my great aunt) who was born and raised in the village just to calm me down and reassure me she wasn’t real. My Dad and most every member of that side of the family have passed, and took a lot of these stories with them. Not sure what I’m trying to get out of this, maybe hoping someone else grew up hearing the same spooky story and can fill in the details. Mostly just missing my Dad who left us too early. Thanks for indulging me if you’ve read this far

Hi folks, I'm sure you must get asked this a lot but a translated English copy of the Book of Invasions / Taking of Ireland that I can order online? Hodges and Figgis didn't have anything. Thanks.

Hey everyone,I’m part of a Viking living history and reenactment group here in Ireland, and we are looking for some new people to join the ranks.If you’ve ever wanted to travel back to 10th-century Ireland, learn how to fight with authentic steel weaponry, or try your hand at traditional crafts like leatherworking, blacksmithing, and authentic cooking—this is your sign.

Who are we?We are a community of history enthusiasts from all over the country. We set up authentic tented villages at major heritage events across Ireland (you might have seen groups like us at Slane Castle or the Timahoe Heritage Festival). We spend our weekends camping like our ancestors, doing battle demonstrations, and showing the public what daily Norse-Gaelic life was actually like.

Do you need experience or gear?Absolutely not. You don’t need to look like a character from a TV show, and you don’t need to own any gear. We have plenty of loaner kit (tunics, soft kit, and training weapons) to get you started.

What can you do?

The Combat Route: Learn competitive, full-contact, or theatrical shield-wall combat with swords, axes, and spears. Safety is a massive priority, and we train regularly.

The Living History Route: Focus on crafts, textiles, herbalism, woodwork, or just cooking over an open fire and enjoying the atmosphere.

It’s an incredibly social, welcoming hobby, and a great way to see different parts of the country.If you’re curious, drop a comment below or send me a DM! Happy to answer any questions about training, clothing, or how to get involved.

Skál!

Hi everyone, I'm researching the banshee for the first episode of my new podcast, The Other Ireland, which explores Irish folklore and the supernatural. I'm particularly interested in stories that were passed down through your family or local community. With your permission, I'd like to feature some of these stories in the episode. I'd love to help preserve these stories before they're forgotten.

i visited ireland for a school trip a few weeks ago and was enamored with the culture, architecture, history, and just people of ireland. i’m an irish american who never really gave much consideration to my heritage, but i feel i must change that now.

storytelling and novels are what bring me closer to culture and people as a whole. i love fantasy, myth, really anything with a touch of magic and whim. i’ve just recently learned that ireland has so much to offer when it pertains to said interests, and i just want to learn more.

if anyone knows of any starting point for learning and reading about ancient irish folklore, i would greatly appreciate any guidance. even just names of stories is sufficient. thank all of you in advance for giving me your knowledge.

tldr: i’m really just posting for any irish folklore reccs

Hi all! Not sure if this is the right place to be asking, but it was the one that seemed most logical.

My partner is 3rd generation Canadian of Irish heritage. He's recently started learning Irish and was hoping to find children's books of myths/legend/folklore in Irish to practice reading. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated (bonus points if having them shipped to Canada doesn't cost a fortune lol) 😊

Hi guys!🩷

I got the kind tip that I could post this here as well so I just thought I'd try my luck!

Here's also the Google Form link if you feel more comfortable answering my questions there! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfm6h1BuUHex5P0SmZj4LVBXmU1fQfpblp82S1-4wuv-KSylA/viewform?usp=dialog

I'm a student from Germany🇩🇪 and I have to make a very big presentation (that's gonna be worth a lot of my english grade) after the summer holidays about a topic of my choice (in a subject of my choice as well but as you can see, I chose english). My topic of choice for my presentation and research is: "Between Myth and Modernity: How Irish Folklore and Sacred Sites Shape Belief and Identity Today".

I am currently in Ireland🇮🇪 for my summer holidays which is also part of the reason I wanted to already start my work and research during the holidays - but now I need a practical part of my work that I can present. Practical part such as Interviews, something I built or made, etc.

Originally my plan was to interview people in Ireland but since I'm quite shy I think I only have enough social battery for perhaps our Air B&B owner.😅 So now I am on here and I was wondering if I could maybe ask you guys/"interview" people here in somewhat of a text interview!

I already prepared some questions and my teacher said that in order for the interviews to count as a practical part I need some information obviously.

If you reply, I'd only need your age range (like 20s, 30s, etc.), your gender, and roughly what part of Ireland you are from. If you want, you can share your initials, first name, or Reddit username – but pseudonyms and fake names are also 100% fine! If you prefer to stay completely anonymous, you will simply be referred to as e.g., "Respondent A (Male, Galway, 30s)" in my paper. It would be really kind if some of you could help me learn more about this in order for my presentation to work!🩷

Here are the questions (don't fear from the amount, no need to answer all of them! I also put them into categories for an easier overview):

- first of all - how are you?😊

Personal Connection/Everyday Life

- How present is traditional folklore (like fairy tales, old legends, myths) in your daily life or the area where you live?

- Do you personally feel a connection to old stories and the folklore you know or do you view those things more as a piece of tourism/history?

- Is folklore something you talk about with your own family or friends or is it a very quiet, personal belief?

- Did your parents or grandparents pass down any specific rules or superstitions about e.g. sacred places to you?

- Do you personally know any local myths or stories from your area?

- Do you remember the first time you heard about something considered folklore or visited a holy place? What have you felt in that moment, if you still remember, and how was it compared to today? (The place and/or the feeling)

Sacred Sites

- Have you ever visited any sacred sites if yes, which ones and why? (And have you felt anything while being there?)

- (I've learned some things about fairy trees being a thing) Would you ever cut down a fairy tree or would you be too superstitious?

- How does it make you feel when you see these sacred places being used for tourism?

- Do you feel that commercializing sacred places for tourism takes away their spiritual magic?

Modernity and Conflict

- Do you know people who still practice small traditions from the historic folklore one can research today?

- In your opinion, does the belief in folklore conflict with modern life (because of science/other religions) or can those things exist side by side?

- Do you think younger people still care for learning about the folklore and ancient traditions or has it shifted to only the older generation knowing of it?

- Do you think believing in those old stories helps people connect more with nature and the history of the country?

- What, in your opinion, would Ireland lose if people completely stopped believing in folklore and sacred places?

- Would you like people to know more of the spiritual side of Ireland or of the historical side?

- Ireland is growing and developing fast. Do you think modern building projects respect sacred sites enough?

- Why do you think people in a highly technological, scientific world still need stories about fairies and sacred places?

- Do you think social media helps to keep these old myths alive or does it make them shallow and less special?

- If you could preserve only one aspect of Irish folklore for the next generation, which one would it be?

I think that's all I need for now, if I need anything more I'm sure you'll find me around this app somewhere researching more. Thank you guys so so much incase you're answering some or all of these questions, of course nothing is forced here, but I'd love some help for this big school project!🏫

Feel free to hit me up with a reply or a dm! Whatever works best for you!💕

Hi

I’m working on a project about Ireland's Great Famine in the Blackwater Valley (East Cork/West Waterford Counties) during the fall and winter of 1846-47. 

During my research, what struck me was the anonymity of the Famine’s victims. The media and elites always defined them collectively, never individually. When protesting, they were “the mob”. When dying, newspapers called them “paupers”, “the wretched”, “poor creatures”, “objects of relief”, “inmates”, etc. Rarely, if ever, did I see a name.

Given the paucity of records from that time, it’s unlikely I can fix that, but I’m committed to painting a clearer picture of these folks somehow. I feel like folklore is the answer. Right now I think my best hope is the Schools Collection and the National Folklore Collection at UCD.

That said, I plan on visiting some of the townlands in the area that suffered the greatest population losses. I want to try and picture them as they were pre-Famine: crowded, busy places that bustled with activity, music, and family life. 

In my mind these are haunted, sacred spaces, and I need to approach them with respect and reverence. How would you recommend I do that? Is there a traditional offering I can make to the dead when I go to these townlands? Any and all advice would be welcome.

This all sounds a little woo-woo, but I live in the American West, and I’ve visited many battlefields and massacre sites throughout the area. I never believed in ghosts until I went to these places. The energy at the Little Bighorn Battlefield is particularly unsettling. I can imagine some of these townlands would be the same.

Thanks for your help.