Brigit: Lady of the Irish Otherworld

Could Brigit have been Queen of the Leinster Fairies?Step into the mystical heart of Ireland and uncover the hidden essence of Brigit, a figure revered as both goddess and saint, yet shrouded in mystery. In this spellbinding exploration, Pauline Breen reveals Brigit as you've never imagined her - a powerful fae woman and sovereign of the Irish Otherworld.Beyond her familiar roles in Celtic mythology and Christian tradition, Brigit emerges as a liminal force, a bridge between the seen and unseen, the mortal and the magical. Through meticulous research into ancient myths, folklore and the sacred landscapes of Ireland, Breen illuminates Brigit's forgotten identity as a being of the Otherworld. This book explores:- Her lineage among the Tuatha Dé Danann, Ireland's mythical race of divine beings, and her deep kinship with the fae folk.- The Sí and Brigit: why Ireland's fairy lore cannot be told without her- Death, keening, and Brigit's forgotten role as psychopomp- Fire, smithcraft, and the cauldron of inexhaustible plenty - gifts that link saintly 'miracles' to Otherworld magic ¿ Sacred geography: from Newgrange to Croghan Hill, the places where her presence still thrums ¿ Living practice: rituals, wells, and seasonal customs that let modern seekers meet Brigit as Queen of the Leinster Fairies

Pagina's: 162, Hardcover, The Mercier Press