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Send us Fan Mail ✨ Rediscovering Ireland's Hidden Goddesses - https://irishpaganschool.com/p/hidden-goddess In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School delves into the true origins and meaning behind Lughnasa, one of Ireland's most significant festivals. While it's easy to associate Lughnasa with the god Lugh due to its name, Jon reveals that the festival actually honours the lesser-known goddess Tailtiu, who played a pivotal role in ancient Irish mythology. Learn a...
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