I recently visited a local Sacred Well. Unlike other Holy Wells in Connemara, this one is no longer visited for a ‘pattern’ or for a saint’s day. It is largely forgotten and ignored and as far as I know, I am the only person who visits it. I go to it for a number of …. Read More
Category: elements
An Bhean Feasa – The Power of the Elements
We have all heard of the four Elements – Earth, Air, Fire and Water. Generally we give little thought to them, tending to take them for granted, even though they are part of our bodies and part of life itself. Medieval herbalists were aware of the impact of the elements on herbs and prescribed accordingly. …. Read More