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Saint Brigid, the Celts and the Early Irish Church

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This book is both a history of Ireland during Brigid’s lifetime (from the mid fifth century to the early sixth century AD) as well as a biography of the saint herself. It begins by examining the Celtic people, their way of life and their pagan beliefs. This includes a detailed look at the Celts’ religious leaders, the Druids. We’ll then deal with the conversion of Ireland to Christianity and the unique nature of the early Irish Church. The remainder of the book will be an in depth examination of Saint Brigid’s life, the founding of her monastery at Kildare, and the lasting impact she has had on Catholicism both in Ireland and throughout the world.

72 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 25, 2020

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November 26, 2021
This is a good primer on Saint Brigid and the Irish culture of her day. Often the book read as a research paper rather than a narrative reflection of Brigid’s life and legacy. Nevertheless, it was an interesting, easy and cohesive read, and has increased my interest in the early Irish church and it’s saints.
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July 25, 2021
A satisfying sketch of the saint and things Irish.

This is a quick and interesting read of Saint Bridget, Patrick, the Celts, the druids and growth of Christianity in Ireland.
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April 23, 2024
Some factual errors (such as, alleging Brigid the goddess was the daughter of the Morrigan) but otherwise great info in St. Brigid which is what I was looking for!
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