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Grab a behind the scenes peak at how I put material together for my bodhran students. www.bodhranexpertplatinummembership.com http twitter.com apps.facebook.com www.facebook.com www.myspace.com Hello, my name is Michelle Stewart and I am the founder and creator of BodhranExpert, a site…
The following video shows two examples of the double looped knotting technique, coupled with behind the scenes shots of me (JD) at work on the Hei Toki Lashing tutorial. For those of you who’ve wondered how I shot my videos, this video provides a glimpse behind the curtain. Video production by JD of Tying It All Together.
I keep thinking, how did this Loch ness Monster thing start? Was it a Legend or simply another scary story to tell?
Unfortunately I’m just not very familiar with Celtic history. Can anyone help me?
Here are the lyrics:
Somebody cried the death of culture
Somebody spit in a little boy’s face
Somebody said you robbed my homeland
Somebody got the wrong impression
So we came across the water
From the shores of the isle of green
Speaking separate tongues
In the death of culture
Somebody said you stole my language
Some people will say anything
Somebody said you robbed my heritage
Some people will believe anything
Somebody said you always spoke English
Somebody got the wrong impression
So we came across the water
From the shores of the isle of green
Speaking separate tongues
In the death of culture
It was the death of culture
It was the death of culture
Bhi machree
Ohin trasna na farraige
Bhi machree
Ohin trasna na farraige
So we came across the water
From the shores of the isle of green
So we came across the water
Speaking separate tongues
In the death of culture.
what does the lyrics mean it’s a pretty song but hard to understand the meaning behind it.
Originally posted 2010-11-08 08:28:07.
Every individual has his or her own love story to tell. Most people who are ready to get married choose to give their spouse or partner something special that will symbolize and uphold the love that they have for each other. One of the most popular Irish rings that are given away by their partners to their loved ones is the Irish Claddagh rings. The Claddagh ring is rich in symbolism and meaning that it is very popular among couples. Each part of the ring represents a certain stage in the progress of the relationship between lovers. The main theme of the ring is love and friendship reigning above everything else.
The Symbols and Design
The Irish Claddagh rings are made up of different symbols in one overall design. Once you see a Claddagh ring, you will notice that it contains a crown placed on top of a heart that is held by two hands. Each of this design has a meaning behind it. The crown represents royalty while the heart symbolizes love. The meaning of the Claddagh ring, however, changes depending on who and how an individual wears the ring. For example, if you wear the ring on your right hand and the heart faces away from you, it means that you are single. If you wear it on your left hand with the heart still facing away from you, then it signifies that you are engaged to be married. If you are already married, then the ring is worn on you left hand with the heart facing towards your body, signifying that your heart belongs to someone already.
History of the Claddagh Ring
The truth is that there are a lot of stories regarding the origins of the Claddagh ring. Probably the well-accepted story is that of Richard Joyce, a commoner from the town of Galway, Ireland. He was a slave under a Moorish goldsmith for 14 years and at the same time learned how to create jewelry. Joyce apparently was very good with what he does and impressed his master so much that he offered his own daughter’s hand in marriage in order to keep him after the king of England ordered every British prisoner to be set free. However, Joyce supposedly declined and returned to Galway and presented his first love with the ring that he had created while he was a slave. She, on the other hand, has remained faithful to him, all those years while he was gone. They were married shortly afterward. She was bearing the ring, which is now known as the Claddagh ring, on her finger.
The Irish Claddagh rings are surely a beautiful example of symbolism and beauty. Because of this history, many couples seek the Claddagh ring to signify and profess their love for their partners. Each aspect of the ring allows you to examine each step and progress of your relationship with your partner. It is something that will always serve as a constant reminder of the many things that you have gone through together and the love that you shared.
You can get your Claddagh Ring for your partner at Irish Indeed! They have the best selection that you can find.
Originally posted 2010-08-20 04:40:57.
To the eye, the Celtic knot might come off as an endless cord intertwined together. Resembling a neverending string or rope. That is the difference between this knot and any other knot. No beginning or end resembles eternity, infinity, omniscience, omnipotence or omnipresence. In other words, no end in time, space, knowledge, power etc.
If getting this as a tattoo design, many people use those meanings as a guide to convey their dreams, goals, ambitions, etc. As mentioned earlier, these knots can have other differences.
One of the various types is the Trinity Celtic knot. It’s a 3 cornered knot. It has 3 corners that have 3 curved lines connecting them. It can be drawn with more complexity by interweaving other knots into the pattern. This Celtic knot design is most widely accepted as a mystical or religious symbol. A Christian would probably refer to the 3 corners as The Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost. In pagan beliefs it may mean Mother, Crone and Maiden.
There is also a 4 cornered Celtic knot, called the quarterary knot. Since this design is so complex, it can be very complicated. As with most all Celtic knot designs the meaning can be a family heritage or crest. It may also be a symbol of good luck (is in the four leaf clover). Many believe that the 4 corners represent the elements: earth, wind, fire, and water. Other meanings for the 4 corners are… the 4 directions, the 4 books of the Gospel (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) or even the 4 seasons.
After the Trinity Celtic knot came a similiar knot called the round knot. The round knot has the Trinity knot inside it with more more complex designs around it. The significance behind this knot can mean earth, fire and water.
All Celtic knot designs can be inked to fit into a special shape as well. Celtic knot designs can be found on multiple places such as tomestones, and stone crosses, doorways, etc. But the one thing that won’t change about the Celtic knot is that it will always be just 1 solid line from beginning to end.
You will also see Celtic knots in a combination of several designs. Such as, circles in the Trinity design. Or even 2 designs interlaced together. If you are considering using a Celtic knot design for your tattoo, take some time to design artwork that means something to you. There are few rules and, with a little effort, you will come up with a tattoo you can be proud of.
I wish you the best in your selection of a great Celtic knot tattoo design.
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Originally posted 2010-08-25 18:46:00.
The tradition of rosary is long and time honored. The present form of Rosary dates back to the 14th century. Celtic rosaryis wholly Irish in descent. While most schools of thought agree that the present day form of Rosary is attributable to work done by St.Dominic, some people also differ and hold that this cannot be entirely true.
The majority belief
Majority of Christians do believe that the Blessed Mother handed down the method of praying the Rosary to St.Dominic. The time when St.Dominic is said to have received the revelation, he was fighting with the Albigensians. This is a sect which lived in southern France during the 12th century and was responsible for the creation of a group called heresies. They rejected sacramental church and the sacraments. Among their radical beliefs was that there was no resurrection of the body. St.Dominic attempted to use the rosary as a means to comfort the heresies and bring back the Albigensians to the church.
A different opinion
While several people have made efforts to minimize the role of St.Dominic in creating the modern rosary and hold that it dates back to periods before St.Dominic. However, even without a reference to the 12th century, rosary has a rich and long history and importantly its meditative properties and devotion to Mary. The Celtic rosary holds this view too.
Absence of Documentation
Tracing the history of rosary – Celtic rosary- has been difficult because the level of documentation is very minimal. But, throughout the ages, every Pope has unfailingly advocated the use of rosary and written favorably about it. All these add up to the presence of a great Dominican influence as well as devotion to rosary- Celtic rosary.
During the 12th century, the original rosary was thought to contain 150 prayers and the residents of towns surrounding the monasteries could only hear the prayers since most of them could not read. “Our Father” initially held the base and then moved on to the Hail Mary’s over three groups of 50. In the present times, this is known as the Joyful, the Sorrowful and Glorious Mysteries in Christ’s life. By the 16th century, the rosary came to be what we all know it to be now and Pope John Paul II added the Luminous Mysteries during the 25th anniversary of his being Pope. The Celtic rosary incorporates these modern day addendum.
Use of Rosary in modern times
In modern times with increased levels of information dissemination and the ability to view the various offerings under Celtic rosary or other forms of rosary, more and more people are keen to possess and use the rosary for their religious or spiritual accomplishments. Gifting Celtic rosary has also gained popularity because Celtic rosary not only conveys your warm and affection but it also helps the recipient pursue his or her life in the path of righteousness and devotion to God. Youngsters of the present generation have taken to various forms of rosary and rosary accessories for non religious reasons too.
Celtic Rosary and St.Dominic – the Legality behind it is a tricky issue. The Celtic Cross Rosary is the true question – can it really be given as a Traditional Irish Gift?
Originally posted 2010-09-19 05:38:29.
