About this episode
Naomi and Tim discuss the figure of Bridget, exploring her origins as a goddess and her transformation into a Christian saint.
This month marks the official start of spring in Ireland and to mark it Naomi and Tim discuss the figure of Bridget, Brigid or Bríd. A goddess in Gaelic times who became Christianised into Saint Bridget, the stories about this figure reveal fascinating details about the society that produced them. A bonus Halfpint debrief episode is available here for Patreon supporters: www.patreon.com/posts/halfpint-debrief-151451289 Here are links to some podcasts we mentioned in the episode that have delived into Bridget and her legacy in Ireland: The Irish History Podcast: open.spotify.com/episode/7frXuuvc…bERYSyD5yP-crldw Talking History: open.spotify.com/episode/7LY4tBxJ…l0SuqBjCppl0miww
People in this episode
Hosts: Naomi, Tim
Topics covered
- Irish mythology
- Christianity
- Celtic culture
- history
- society
Keywords
- Bridget
- Brigid
- Bríd
- Irish history
- Celtic goddess
- Christianity
- mythology
- society
- spring
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: The Irish History Podcast, Talking History
Books & works: Bridget, Brigid, Bríd
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