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Ireland has several significant symbols, many dating back centuries. Each one had its own significance to the ancients Celts. See how much you know about Celtic symbols.
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
The triskele consists of three spirals and adheres to the Celtic belief that everything happens in threes; past, present, future or body, mind and spirit. But on which ancient Irish heritage site are there carvings of the triskele?Correct
The triskele is visible on the kerbstones of Newgrange which date back to Neolithic times around 3200 BC.
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The triskele is visible on the kerbstones of Newgrange which date back to Neolithic times around 3200 BC.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
The Tree of Life symbolises the Druid belief in the link between heaven and earth. Which tree did they believe was the doorway to the other world?Correct
Spiritually, the Celts believed that trees were the ancestors of man and had a connection to the other world. The most sacred of trees was the oak.
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Spiritually, the Celts believed that trees were the ancestors of man and had a connection to the other world. The most sacred of trees was the oak.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
The shamrock was thought to have mystical properties and the ability to predict the weather in ancient Ireland. What clue does it give to indicate that a storm is brewing?Correct
It is believed that St Patrick saw the importance of the shamrock to the Druids and used it to illustrate the Christian teachings of the Holy Trinity.
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It is believed that St Patrick saw the importance of the shamrock to the Druids and used it to illustrate the Christian teachings of the Holy Trinity.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
The word Awen means inspiration or essence in the Celtic language and is thought to have been first recorded in the 9th century book ‘Historia Brittonum’. What was the name of the Welsh monk who was credited with writing it?Correct
The three rays are said to represent the harmony of opposites in the universe. For example, the two outer rays representing male and female energy and the central ray the balance between them.
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The three rays are said to represent the harmony of opposites in the universe. For example, the two outer rays representing male and female energy and the central ray the balance between them.
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
The green man is a symbol for the coming of spring and summer and the co-dependence between nature and man. Why was the human head of particular importance to the ancient Celts?Correct
The Celts were known for taking heads as trophies in battle and heads appear frequently in Celtic art.
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The Celts were known for taking heads as trophies in battle and heads appear frequently in Celtic art.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
The invention of the Claddagh ring is often attributed to Richard Joyce, a fisherman from the village of Claddagh near Galway. But what happened to his ship meaning he was separated from his beloved?Correct
Richard Joyce was awarded his freedom after many years of service and on his return to Ireland he found that his true love had waited for him. According to the legend, he invented the Claddagh ring for her.
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Richard Joyce was awarded his freedom after many years of service and on his return to Ireland he found that his true love had waited for him. According to the legend, he invented the Claddagh ring for her.
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
The harp is one of the oldest musical instruments in the world and also the national emblem of Ireland. But which of these Irish companies do not use the harp as their logo?Correct
The harp is synonymous with Ireland and is a a badge worn with pride by several companies, but not Paddy Power.
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The harp is synonymous with Ireland and is a a badge worn with pride by several companies, but not Paddy Power.
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Question 8 of 10
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The Celtic cross is a symbol of both culture and faith. According to Christian legend, what did St Patrick carve the Celtic Cross on to as part of his teachings to the Druids?Correct
The Druids used to worship a large circular stone. St Patrick, on seeing the significance of this stone, drew a large cross through the middle of it in order to bless it.
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The Druids used to worship a large circular stone. St Patrick, on seeing the significance of this stone, drew a large cross through the middle of it in order to bless it.
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
Brigid’s Cross is widely believed to be a Christian symbol but its origins lie in much older traditions and folklore. At which ancient festival were Brigid’s Corsses traditionally woven?Correct
Traditionally, Brigid’s crosses were woven on the feast of Imbolc, the festival of the pagan goddess Brigid, to mark the beginning of Spring.
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Traditionally, Brigid’s crosses were woven on the feast of Imbolc, the festival of the pagan goddess Brigid, to mark the beginning of Spring.
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
The Celts favoured the idea that everything important in the world came in threes; three stages of life, three elements, three domains; earth, sea and sky, past, present and future. Which hit US television series featured the Triquetra as its logo?Correct
Also known as The Trinity Knot. Like all Celtic knots the triquetra is constructed of one continuous line interweaving around itself symbolising no beginning or end, an eternal spiritual life.
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Also known as The Trinity Knot. Like all Celtic knots the triquetra is constructed of one continuous line interweaving around itself symbolising no beginning or end, an eternal spiritual life.
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