Daily Archives: March 17, 2016

Who was St Patrick really?

Patrick of Lecale In 398 AD St Ninian is said to have established the first Christian Church in the British kingdom of Rheged, part of what is now known as Scotland, at Candida Casa (now Whithorn) in Galloway. Although little is known about … Continue reading

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The Language of Ulster: Part 7 – Ulster Gaelic (Ulidian or Northern Irish)

To summarise: Ulster Gaelic is the variety of the Gaelic Language spoken in the northern part of Ireland and the southern part of Scotland (ancient Dalriada). It occupies a central position in the Gaelic-speaking world made up of Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man. … Continue reading

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