Murdeach's Cross
This view shows the west side of the cross of Muirdeach, dediceated to Abbot Muiredach mac Domhnaill who died in 923. It is a tall cross, 18’ and is regarded as one of the finest remaning examples of the Irish High Crosses. At the base of the cross, between two cats is an inscription asking for prayers for Muirdeach. Scenes on this face depict events from the New Testament, including both the baptism of Jesus at which God declared his pleasure with His Son; as well as Jesus’ being mocked by Roman soldiers displaying their disapproval of Jesus after his arrest – once again illustrating how widely the preferences of God and man differ. It recalls the question Jesus asked of Peter before going down to Jerusalem – “Who do you say I am?”
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Thorney Cross (IN ASH)
In earliest times, long before Christianity came to the Celtic islands, roadside shrines and standing stones met travelers as they made their way from place to place. When Christianity came, that custom continued and the tall crosses or standing crosses appeared. This design, inspired by crosses carved on stone throughout Ireland, Scotland and Wales, brings the symmetry of the cross together with angular protrusions reminiscent of the crown of thorns. The central four-lobed knot suggests a dogwood flower, which legend holds was the wood from which The Cross was made. Has small image of the cross on back between shoulders.
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The Dichotomy
Angular and severe yet looped and flowing, this notched cross and knot work reflect both the hard edges and fluid lines of Celtic thought. We Celts have always been capable of great extremes – of deep compassion and love and passionate reverence for God and creation; yet known to harbor a terrible resentment for generations. Our hands have illuminated the grandest manuscripts I all of history and created the loveliest poetry and music. And yet we have fought in fierce and bloody battles – giving no quarter and asking none – sometimes between ourselves. This dichotomy of poet/warrior is one that keeps us interesting if not always charming. We Celts are like a well crafted sword, sometimes too sharp by half, but caught in the proper light, positively dazzling.
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Irish Baseballs
What a cheerful way to announce your ancestry. A light green shirt with green letters spelling it out – “Irish.” Sure and this is a thing of which to be proud and won’t you feel a little peppier just for the wearin’ o’ this green?
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