It comes every year, March 17th, the day to celebrate Saint Patricks Day with music, parades, parties, drinking, eating, and wearing green. There are over 70 million people worldwide who claim Irish heritage so the joyful celebration is enjoyed in many countries. IRELAND, the Emerald Isle with enchanting beauty is a country famous for many things; Leprechauns, Shamrocks, Guinness Beer, Irish Coffee, Irish Whiskey, Music, Riverdance, Genius riters, Farms with Cows and Sheep, Amazing Cheese, Ice Cream, Beef Stew, Soda Bread, Shepherds Pie, Salmon, Corned Beef, Cabbage, and more. When it comes to scenery, Ireland has it all from the ocean waters to the towering cliffs, to lush farmland and majestic mountains, crystal clear lakes, and winding country roads with charming villages in each county. Yes, the Irish certainly are lucky.
I've been to Ireland twice, the first time I travelled solo through Dublin, Dingle Peninsula, Killarney National Park, and the Ring of Kerry. I stayed at an adorable and affordable hostel/bed and breakfast and felt right at home. The second time around, I worked in County Clare on Sunrise Farm which was an amazing experience. Yes, I too love Ireland. But the important question today since it's March 17th, Saint Patricks Day, is who was Saint Patrick?
SAINT PATRICK:
Patrick was born in Britain to wealthy parents near the end of the fourth century. He is believed to have died on the 17th of March around 460 A.D. At the age of 16, Patrick was taken away by a group of Irish raiders who were attacking his family's estate. He was transported to Ireland where he spent six years in captivity. During his captivity it is believed that Patrick began dreaming of converting the Irish people to Christianity because he was lonely and afraid, turning to religion for solace and becoming a devout Christian. He eventually escaped back to Britain but he experienced a revelation where an angel told him to return to Ireland as a missionary. Patrick began religious training which lasted 15 years and after his ordination as a priest he returned to Ireland with a mission to minister Christianity to the Irish people. Patrick spread Christianity throughout the whole island. Saint Patrick is well known as being one of the patron saints of Ireland and he is still honored to this very day.
If you're celebrating Saint Patrick Day moments today, enjoy the day and honor Ireland, a country that is loved by millions of people around the world. Happy Saint Patricks Day! ☘☘☘☘☘☘
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