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BELIEFS AND CUSTOMS 10

contents : From 1750 - 1830 : Beliefs and customs
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Summary: St. Brigid’s Cross

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February 1st was St. Brigid’s Day. Families made these crosses from rushes and set them above the door of their houses believing that this would protect them from any harm.

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St. Brigid’s Cross

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