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St. Patrick uses shamrock in an illustrative parable Legend (dating to 1726, according to the OED) credits St. Patrick with teaching the Irish about the doctrine of the Holy Trinity by showing people the shamrock, a three-leafed plant, using it to illustrate the Christian teaching of three persons in one God.[65] For this reason, shamrocks are a central symbol for St Patricks Day. The shamrock had been seen as sacred in the pre-Christian days in Ireland. Due to its green color and overall shape, many viewed it as representing rebirth and eternal life. Three was a sacred number in the pagan religion and there were a number of Triple Goddesses in ancient Ireland, including Brigid, Ériu, and the Morrigan. Photo : St. Patrick depicted with shamrock in detail of stained glass window in St. Benins Church, Kilbennan, County Galway, Ireland
Posted on: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 03:49:44 +0000

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