I do think it was a little pricey for what I received. (cross size:- aprox. It's a beautiful cross. Of course her cross is a popular icon in Ireland but I was afraid to try to shove the reed/straw version in a suitcase for the trip home so a bought a smaller resin one. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. High quality, returned due to price. John Dodds. I think its over-priced. SKU: SBC Category: Uncategorized. Christians in his household sent for Brigid to talk to him about Christ. There was a problem completing your request. 12” Celtic St Brigid’s Cross Celtic Knot Wall Art | 12” Diameter - 1/8” Thick | Wooden Wall Art, Crystal Grid, Zen Wall Art, Wooden Art, Wooden Wall Art Decor | Sacred Geometry Art, Geometry Art Others keep the cross hung up all year round for protection and as part of their devotion to Brigid. Show your love for Ireland with this Brigid cross. Biddy Murphy St. Brigid’s Cross Hanging 10" x 10" x 1" Made in Ireland It was well worth the wait for the larger cross. Since then, the cross of rushes has existed in Ireland. 6 inches) Cost $19 each including postage and packing. Please try again In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. Saint Brigid's Cross. The St. Brigid’s Cross embodies another of the foundational stories of this national saint. Ready to hang by a metal hook on the back. She told him about Jesus Christ, and as she talked she lifted rushes from the floor covering around his bed, and wove them into the shape of a cross. Brigid stooped down and started to weave them into a cross, fastening the points together. Named for the Celtic goddess and the Catholic saint, it is hung in the home for protection or given as an offering to the goddess. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. When I was in Ireland I visited St. Brigid's well and learned about her. Irish Wall Cross with Traditional Irish Blessing Add to cart. The cross measures 10” x 10” and is 1” thick making this easy to display anywhere in your home. In Irish tradition the first of February is St. Brigid’s day, the first day of spring, the day St. Brigid, Ireland’s foremost female saint and the Christian version of the great and universal Goddess, was remembered and celebrated. St. Brigid’s Cross Small Hanging 6" x 6" x 3/4” Made in Ireland The Goddess In Christianity, St Brigid and her cross are linked together by a story about her weaving this form of cross at the death bed of either her father or a pagan lord, who upon hearing what the cross meant, asked to be baptised. The making of Saint Brigid's Cross is an Irish tradition which has been carried out for centuries. One version goes as follows: MADE IN IRELAND - An authentic Irish symbol, the St. Brigid’s Cross is one of the most popular and hangs in most Irish homes as it offers protection. The weaving of St. Brigid's Cross has been in our family for 3 generations. The Brigid's Cross is a traditional craft made at Imbolc and Candlemas by Pagans and Christians alike. This cross is handmade from Biddy Murphy’s supplier, Namoh Padraig from harvested and dried reeds in Co. Roscommon, Ireland. About Us.
As it was impossible to instruct this delirious man, hopes for his conversion seemed doubtful. When I saw this one here on Amazon I was delighted. Through her weaving, he converted and was baptised at the point of death. All the best, John. St. Brigid's Cross arrived as described and on the date indicated on my order. The presence of Brigid's cross in Ireland is likely far older than Christianity. Please make sure that you are posting in the form of a question. This is a very nice piece of work, and will serve my purposes well. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Brigid sat down at his bedside and began consoling him.
The cross is smartly packaged complete with the history of St. Brigid. Your question may be answered by sellers, manufacturers, or customers who purchased this item, who are all part of the Amazon community. Received my order St Brigids Crosses in good order on time. Biddy Murphy St. Brigid’s Cross Hanging 10" x 10" x 1" Made in IrelandSold by Biddy Murphy Irish Gifts and ships from Amazon Fulfillment.Sold by Biddy Murphy Irish Gifts and ships from Amazon Fulfillment.This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. These crosses are hung by doors, windows, or in the rafters of homes, protecting the dwellers from fire and hunger.
She explained to the king that Jesus had died on the cross for our salvation. Namoh Padraig, meaning St. Patrick, the owner and her family has been cutting and harvesting Bulrush, as she weaves these beloved Brigid crosses. A pagan chieftain from the neighbourhood of Kildare was dying. When she arrived, the chieftain was raving. Roman inc. Christians Words and Saying Crossword 16 inch Resin Stoneware Wall Cross Bronze colouring with shading, please allow for screen resolution and colour differences. Please try your search again later. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations According to tradition, on each St. Brigid’s Day, a new cross must be used, and the old one discarded by throwing it into the fire as a symbol of requesting the Saint to protect the home from fire. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. I just slide it back on but it shouldn't have come apart that easily.
Exactly what I expected. World Prayer Gifts arose out of a respect and fascination for objects of prayer and contemplation – from all traditions. Artisan-ship at it's finest..,St. Brigid would approve of this lovely, handcrafted work or art, I'm sure ! Biddy Murphy St. Brigid’s crosses are handmade by Namoh Padraig, located in Co. Roscommon. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books.