Saint Patrick’s

Day

Saint Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated on 17 March.It commemorates Saint Patrick (c. AD 387–461), the most commonly recognised of the patron saints of Ireland, and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland.

According to legend, Saint Patrick used the shamrock, a three-leaved plant, to explain the Holy Trinity to the pre-Christian Irish people.

Where is it celebrated?

Saint Patrick’s day is the national day of Ireland. However, this day is not only celebrated in Ireland but also in many places in the world with Irish presence.

Saint Patrick’s Parade

Leprechauns

A leprechaun is a type of fairy in Irish folklore.

Popular depiction shows the leprechaun as being no taller than a small child, with a beard and hat.

Pot o’ GoldThe leprechauns spend all their time busily making shoes, and store away all their coins in a hidden pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. If ever captured by a human, the leprechaun has the magical power to grant three wishes in exchange for their release.

GaelicIreland: Éire

Dublin: Baile Átha Cliath

Sláinte (slaan-sha): Cheers (salud)

Fáilte (fall-sha): Welcome "Fáilte Ireland”

Craic Agus Ceol (crack agus col): crack and music“.

Irish Blessings

May your pockets be heavy-

Your heart be light And may good luck

pursue you Each morning and

night