Newgrange is the most famous prehistoric monument in Ireland, but its precise purpose is not certain. Some say it was a burial site, while others believe it was a ceremonial site used for initiation rites. In his book "Tommy Makem's Secret Ireland," the late Irish folksinger wrote: According to some ancient manuscripts, the builders of Newgrange and their descendants used to … [Read more...] about Newgrange in Ireland: Burial or Ceremonial Site?
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Grange Stone Circle Highlights Spiritual Ireland Tours
I was recently reading through the itinerary details for the three tours of Ireland Body Mind Spirit Journeys is offering this year and one name stood out: the Grange Stone Circle near Lough Gur. It's not a place I have been to, but I finally recalled who had told me about it. It was Dr. Jean Shinoda Bolen, the M.D., psychiatrist and author whose books include Crossing to … [Read more...] about Grange Stone Circle Highlights Spiritual Ireland Tours