Irish Pagan School

25/01/2021

| The Cave of the Mórrígan | Síd ar Cruachán – The Mórrígan’s Cave… and Caves as Places of Power in Ireland.

Humans have long gone underground to do our sacred spiritual and magical world in this world, and connect to the Otherworld.

In this Class, we will examine Irish Caves as places of power through history – with a particular focus on Uaimh na gCait (the Cave of the Cats, Rathcroghan), known as the Síd ar Cruachán… the Mórrígan’s ‘fit abode’.

The Class will include a Guided Journey using my unique Irish Otherworld Journeys technique, in which we will visit the Mórrígan’s Cave.

You will get the unique perspective of a native Mórrígan Priestess, a Draoí who has studied Her lore directly, and lived right by the Mórrígan’s ‘fit abode’ for over a decade; guiding people – both physically and spiritually – on a daily basis, to seek the presence of the Great Queen.

The class includes 110 minutes of Teaching Presentation, then a separate Guided Journey (30 min) to connect to the Mórrígan directly – using Lora’s native Irish Otherworld Journeying method. This Class, and the Guided Journey, are suitable for beginners, as well as those with more experience in other traditions.

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In this Class, we will examine Irish Caves as places of power through history – with a particular focus on Uaimh na gCait (the Cave of the Cats, Rathcroghan)

24/01/2021

9 Reasons to Learn Irish☘💚 (with Benny the Irish Polyglot & Lindsay Does Languages) -

Have you ever been curious about learning the Irish language (Gaeilge), but never really felt like you knew the best reasons to motivate you to truly get int...

24/01/2021

Sacred Trees in Early Ireland
Early Irish law was based on decisions made by the Gaelic Brehons, learned men and women of old Irish society who took on the responsibilities of the Judge.

It was an oral tradition, but the rulings were recorded by later Christian monks and priests, and so we have surviving Brehon Law manuscripts from the 700s.

The system remained in use despite many changes through Irish history, with native laws only specifically banned by the English in 1600.

The Brehons called their laws Fenechas – the law of the freemen of Gaelic Ireland, and it was a civil (not criminal) code which focused on payment of compensation for harm done, rather than punishment. Irish trees were revered and protected as an essential part of each community, and recognised as both sacred and valuable... Read More

Sacred Trees in Early Ireland Early Irish law was based on decisions made by the Gaelic Brehons, learned men and women of old Irish society who took on the responsibilities of the Judge. It was an oral tradition, but the rulings were recorded by later Christian monks and priests, and so we have surv...

24/01/2021

| The Mórrígan Lore | Quality, Authentic look at the Lore of the Irish Goddess Mórrígan – An Mór Ríoghain: the Great Queen, the Phantom Queen. (5 Sections, 6 hrs)

Recorded live over 5 nights, this course explores the main stories and tales that we have about the Mórrígan, in an informal and accessible video chat format.

We look at:
-- Cath Muige Tuired Cunga (The Battle of Moytura at Cong)
-- Cath Maige Tuired (The Battle of Moytura)
-- Táin Bó Regamna (Cattle Raid of Regamain)
-- Táin Bó Cuailnge (Cattle Raid of Cooley) - Part One
-- Táin Bó Cuailnge (Cattle Raid of Cooley) - Part Two

The course includes 6 hours of video and audio, over 5 lessons, with downloadable Resources for each of the 5 stories. It's suitable for beginners, as well as those with more experience in other traditions.

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Quality, Authentic look at the Lore of the Irish Goddess Mórrígan, with the guidance of an Irish Mórrígan Priest and Draoí, Lora O'Brien.

23/01/2021

“Certainly work is not always required of a man. There is such a thing as a sacred idleness, the cultivation of which is now fearfully neglected.”
― George Mac Donald

23/01/2021

WALKING THE PATH DESPITE THE BRAMBLES

The doorbell rang.

It's a noise I don't often hear in the house. If I'm expecting company then I
would know by previous agreement and usually be waiting for the car to
pull up outside or at the very least, my faithful hound to set a woof
upon anyone approaching our territory.

Usually an unforeseen bell ring would indicate a door to door sales person or some missionary out doing their service.
I confess that I don't answer the door to either and they invariably leave after the first attempt.

The doorbell rang.

The doorbell rang. It's a noise I don't often hear in the house. If I'm expecting company then I would know by previous agreement and usually be waiting for the car to pull up outside or at the...

23/01/2021

| Irish Pagan School Conference 2019 - Irish Magic & Folklore | Over 8 hours of community, learning and lore with native Irish Presenters at the Irish Pagan School.

Learn from Native Irish Presenters on a Variety of Irish Magic & Folklore Topics

Our Presenters Include:
-- Lora O'Brien - Irish Author, Educator & Guide
-- Jon O'Sullivan, An Scéalaí Beag - Irish Author and Dagda Bard
-- Dr. Gillian Kenny - Hon Research Associate at the Centre for Gender and Women’s Studies in Trinity College Dublin
-- Anna Ní Cút - Irish Priest, Hedgewitch and Therapist
-- John-Paul Patton - Irish Ogham Author and Environmental Educator
-- Orlagh Costello - Irish Pagan Catholic and Energy Healer
-- Ian Paul Power - Irish Author and Priest
-- Anne Bleakley - Irish Priestess, Sovereign and Master Herbalist
-- Shane Broderick - Irish Folklorist and Writer
-- Anna Mae - Therapist, Poet, and Seer

Our home-grown experts will cover a range of topics on the day, including such fascinating subjects as: 'Hidden Power: Women and Magic in Irish History'; 'An Introduction to Pendulum Divination'; 'Catholic Magic'; 'Indigenous Irish Spirituality as Master Key to Ecological Regeneration'; 'Irish Charms in Theory and Practice'; 'Spilling the Blood of Your Enemies is Not the Only Way to Serve'; 'Doing the Work, Dagda Style'; 'The Sacred Clay of Father Girr's Grave'; 'A Restoration of Keening Practice as a Modern Tool for Release'; and 'Butter Stealing Through Magic'.

Please see the Curriculum for Full Details!

Why an Online Conference?
Well, for one thing, we're in Ireland. And the majority of our students are not. So an online venue to build community and explore knowledge in an accessible manner makes sense. We can bring you the wisdom and experience from our small but powerful island, to wherever you are on the planet - as long as you have WiFi!

Online conferences greatly enhance the benefits of traditional face-to-face events through interactive meeting rooms and unique opportunities for participant collaboration. We can bring our students together from anywhere in the world! Our online conference will foster discussion, networking, and conversations that continue well after the event.

Our Online Conference was recorded on SUNDAY 29th DECEMBER.
Get Full Access for just €97 -

Learn from Native Irish Presenters on a Variety of Irish Magic & Folklore Topics

22/01/2021

“If you think about it, birthdays are really pagan rituals about chanting around a flaming object that represents the amount of years taken off your life, upon which the flames are blown out and a knife is stabbed through it.”
― Fuad Alakbarov

22/01/2021

[Super Short Ogham Intro] Ogham (Ogam) – the Ancient Irish Art of Writing... (Pronounced: OH-mm, spelled ‘Ogam’ in Old Irish) is an ancient Irish language, written in a series of simple line markings along a straight edge. The original alphabet is a set of 20 characters or feda, arranged in 4 groups of 5, called aicmí. In later manuscripts, 5 additional letters appear, called the forfeda.
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Ogham (Ogam) – the Ancient Irish Art of Writing Ogham (Pronounced: OH-mm, spelled ‘Ogam’ in Old Irish) is an ancient Irish language, written in a series of simple line markings along a straight edge. The original alphabet is a set of 20 characters or feda, arranged in 4 groups of 5, called aic...

22/01/2021

An Introduction to Lugh | From Boy, to Sage, To King|
Online Class which gives an introduction to the Old Irish God, Lugh, known as the Lamfhada (the long armed), and the Ildanach (one with many skills). We will take you through some of the sources for the lore of Lugh and then follow the track of this hero as he goes from boy, to sage, to king.
Enroll Here - http://ed.gr/cq0vf

The class covers some of the main tracts of Lugh in the lore, touch on the comparisons of this deity with others throughout Europe, explore the main themes of skill and sovereignty, and take a step into the teachers personally informed perspectives in regards to this God of all talents.

This Teaching is suitable for beginners, as well as those with more experience in this area, or in other traditions. You do not have to be dedicated to or working with any Irish Gods, Guides, or Guardians to take this class.

Your Course access enrollment below includes both live and recorded access to:
-- Class Presentation Slides
-- Class Video
-- Class Audio
-- Class Chat Log/Resources
-- Original story by An Scéalaí Beag

You will get the unique perspective of a native Irish bard, who studies the lore of Ireland and retells those tales for a modern audience, keeping to the core values and traditions and integrating them in his own pagan practices.

Enroll Here - http://ed.gr/cq0vf

The Irish Pagan God Lugh is a warrior, a king of the Tuatha Dé Danann, a master craftsman in multiple disciplines. Known as the Ildánach (many skilled).

21/01/2021

FREE - 3 Truths About Ogham | A Short Course to help you explore this ancient Irish Writing and Magical System.
This Mini-Course Covers:
-- An Introduction to Ogham, and Lora.
-- Learning from Native Sources.
-- Not just the 'Celtic Tree Calendar'.
-- Reconnecting to Ancient Wisdom.
-- Quality Ogham Resources and Recommendations.

Why is it Free - What's the Catch?
I am a Priest and a Draoí of the Old Religion of Ireland. As such, I have a duty of service and responsibility to my community, and to any who want to connect to Ireland in an authentic way. Yes, I could charge for the free courses I offer through the Irish Pagan School. To be honest, I think folk might appreciate them more, and do more work with the materials, if they were paying for it. BUT, there's plenty to pay for if you want to support the work I do.

This one is a gift from a Draoí, all for free! (total watch time - 54 mins)
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A free Online Course to help you explore the Ogham (Ogam), from the perspective of a Native Irish Draoí, Lora O'Brien.

21/01/2021

Community Spirituality interview with Elsa Marie Edmond, who runs the Facebook group Celtic Witches Druids and Pagans, sharing her practice.