Saint or goddess, real or legendary, Brigid was one remarkable woman. But she is far from the only one…
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It has been a woman’s task throughout history to go on believing in life when there was almost no hope.
Margaret Mead
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The only question left to be settled now is: are women persons?
Susan B. Anthony
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In passing, I would like to say that the first time Adam had a chance he laid the blame on a woman.
Lady Nancy Astor
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I never realized until lately that women were supposed to be the inferior sex.
Katherine Hepburn
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In our post about 
The design of the St. Brigid’s Cross straddles the pagan and Christian worlds. While it is a cross, it is also similar in design to fylfot or swastika, a profound symbol found worldwide. Possibly derived from a pagan sun wheel, the cross reinforces 
Whether you prefer to observe St. Brigid’s Day, the Celtic tradition of Imbolc, or the Catholic celebration of Candlemas, this is the time to celebrate the coming of Spring! It’s just around the corner (hold that thought)! As we discussed in our post about 
Worshiped by the people of Ireland as saint for over 1500 years and as a goddess since long before the Roman invasion of Britain and the birth of Christ, Brigid served as a bridge between pagan Celtic and Christian traditions. Her influence extended through the British Isles and beyond.
In the Celtic tradition, Brigid is a sun goddess, with strong associations with fire. She is considered a triple goddess because she is the patroness three important skills: poetry, healing and smithcrafting. As such, she is often portrayed with a pair of blacksmith tongs and a sword, handling two healing snakes, and holding a wand and a tablet. 
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