Celebrating St Brigid’s Day
St Brigid is an important figure in Irish culture, known for her kindness and generosity. She is often associated with the spring season and the coming of new life.
St Brigid was born in the 5th century in Faughart, Ireland. Her father was a pagan chieftain and her mother a Christian slave. St Brigid devoted her life to helping others, caring for the sick and poor, and founding monasteries. She was a great friend to the Druids and was admired by them for her wisdom. She was also a great defender of women’s rights and was known for her healing skills.
St Brigid is the patron saint of Ireland, and her feast day is celebrated on the 1st of February. She is often represented in art and literature as the goddess of the three elements: earth, sun, and fire. Her legacy lives on in many Irish traditions, including Saint Brigid’s Cross, which is traditionally hung in windows to protect the home from fire and evil.
We have put together a few helpful links below on St Bridget to share with your classes;
- St. Brigid’s Day – ScoilnetSt Brigid’s Day activities | Resource pack | Twinkl
- Celebrate St. Brigid’s Feast Day – Traditions And Resources (catholicicing.com)
- St Brigid’s Day activities | Resource pack | Twinkl
Or why not visit Mash.ie, where we have a number of helpful lesson plans and worksheets available to help celebrate St Bridget’s Day with your class.