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If they were discarded, they were burned or buried, with the latter preferred due to Brigid's associations with agriculture. She traveled widely, gaining renown and spreading Christianity throughout Ireland, and many pilgrims sought her out. The most respected and revered of all was in County Kildare – leading to her name, Brigid of Kildare. Whilst she weaved, she explained the meaning of the cross to the sick Chieftain and it is thought her calming words brought peace to his soul. Both these celebrations foster a sense of belonging and solidarity, as participants come together to honour the Earth, engage in meaningful rituals, and support one another in their spiritual journeys.
As well as being Ireland’s only female patron saint, she is also considered the patron saint of Irish nuns, newborns, midwives, dairymaids, and cattle! The RTÉ logo underwent nine redesigns between 1962 and 1987, with the cross taking varying levels of prominence compared to the station name.Laypeople, on the other hand, content themselves with hanging her cross at springtime, and her legacy continues to be present in homes all over the country. Today they have found new places within contemporary interiors, increasing the beauty of a room or traditionally acting as a timeless object of good fortune. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising.
With the introduction of Christianity to Ireland, many pagan deities were assimilated into the new faith. Although some of the monks had never heard of using beeswax for cosmetic purposes, a recipe was soon discovered and production of Sanctuary Balm began. The Cross is hand made from Irish rushes (Juncus Effusus) and was traditionally hung above entrances to dwellings to invoke good fortune and health. The cross became a lasting part of Irish culture, and it was even the logo of RTÉ, Ireland’s national broadcasting TV station, for quite some time.Once you have finished making your Brigid’s Cross, you can hang it above your door, in your car, or anywhere else in your home. Brigid’s life after she entered the church is shrouded in mystery, but it’s widely known that she founded a monastery in Kildare later on.