Rag Trees, Blessed Fish and Blind Horses: Some Traditions around Holy Wells in Ireland
Ireland has at least 3,000 wells that are, or were at least up until recently, looked upon as holy or blessed.
Ireland has at least 3,000 wells that are, or were at least up until recently, looked upon as holy or blessed.
The gallows play a dark role in the history of punishment, but also show an important influence in folklore, folk practices, and even everyday language.
Today, moles are usually unappreciated residents of our gardens and fields, but they are embedded in folklore and for centuries were used in remedies.
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