Irish & Celtic Crosses Crucifixes and Rosaries
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CONNEMARA MARBLE ROSARY
Few things reflect the beauty of creation more strongly than the deep and varied greens of Connemara marble, found only in a small corner of Ireland's Atlantic seaboard. Handmade in Dublin from marble cut from a quarry in County Galway, this rosary is part of a long tradition that reaches back to rosaries by monks in great settlements like Cashel, Clonmacnoise and Glendalough. With its extra strong double link chain and marble beads, this rosary combines natural beauty with practical strength. Finished with a 2" Celtic crucifix. Total length is 26". Gift boxed. Made in Ireland.
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ST. BRIGID'S CROSS
Recall the story of Ireland's beloved patron St. Brigid with this 4.5" resin St. Brigid's Cross. Born the daughter of an Irish chieftain circa 453 AD, St. Brigid became a nun whose desire was to relieve the misery and hardship of the poor.
The popular tradition of the woven St. Brigid's cross is based on the story of her visit to a dying pagan chieftain. To illustrate the significance of the Christian faith she quickly wove a simple cross from the rushes strewn on the floor. From that time on, the woven rush cross became synonymous with the saint. Commonly hung over the doorway in an Irish home to bless and bring luck to every person who crosses the threshold.
Cross has loop for hanging; comes mounted on info card as shown.
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CELTIC CROSS NECKLACE
This simple gold-toned Celtic cross is made in Ireland and inset with rare green Connemara marble, treasured since prehistoric times and unique to Connemara in the West of Ireland. Cross is 1" tall, chain is 18"; gift boxed.
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MONASTERBOICE CROSS (large)
Muiredach's High Cross is a carved sandstone cross from the 10th century, located at the ruined monastic site of Monasterboice, County Louth, Ireland. It has been described as the most beautiful specimen of Celtic stonework now in existence; and among Ireland's greatest contributions to European sculpture.
Bring a reminder of Irish culture and spirituality to your home with this version of the Monasterboice Cross, hand-crafted using 5000-year-old Irish turf from some of Ireland's oldest boglands. Traditionally in rural Ireland, turf (partially decomposed vegetation, which has accumulated in bogs for thousands of years) is cut into sods, dried and used as a fuel. For these pieces, a kiln is used to dry the turf, which is then processed in order to ready it for carving with Celtic designs. 7" H x 2 5/8" W x 2" D, gift boxed.
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MONASTERBOICE CROSS (small)
Muiredach's High Cross is a carved sandstone cross from the 10th century, located at the ruined monastic site of Monasterboice, County Louth, Ireland. It has been described as the most beautiful specimen of Celtic stonework now in existence; and among Ireland's greatest contributions to European sculpture.
Bring a reminder of Irish culture and spirituality to your home with this version of the Monasterboice Cross, hand-crafted using 5000-year-old Irish turf from some of Ireland's oldest boglands. Traditionally in rural Ireland, turf (partially decomposed vegetation, which has accumulated in bogs for thousands of years) is cut into sods, dried and used as a fuel. For these pieces, a kiln is used to dry the turf, which is then processed in order to ready it for carving with Celtic designs. 4 7/8" H x 2" W x 7/8" D, gift boxed.
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From the Solitaries of DeKoven
IRISH PATER NOSTER CORD
Unlike a rosary or Orthodox prayer rope, a Pater Noster ("Our Father" in Latin) cord is a straight rope of beads with a cross at one end and tassel at the other. Originating in Ireland in the 8th century, the cord was a simplified way for lay people to share the prayer life of monks and nuns. Instead of memorizing and reciting 150 Psalms, the Our Father is repeated 50 times -- hence the 50 beads in a Pater Noster cord. With its green beads and olivewood Celtic cross, this cord pays homage to its Irish roots. Instructions and other prayers included. Approx. 24" long.
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CELTIC CROSS PIN
According to legend, the Celtic cross was introduced by St. Patrick. It combines the symbol of Christianity with the pagan sun cross and is usually embellished with religious motifs and interlocking designs. Based on these traditional designs, this pin is made with brass which is gold-plated and inset with emerald green glass stones. Measures 1-13/16" tall x 1" wide. Pin on back has locking closure. Gift boxed. Imported from Ireland.
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GLENSTAL ABBEY
BYZANTINE CRUCIFIX
Based on a 12th century Byzantine Italian crucifix which was a gift to Glenstal Abbey, a Benedictine monastery in County Limerick, Ireland. Each piece is handmade with a shell of pure cast iron backed by a resin and ceramic core; slight variations in finish make each unique. For indoor use only; age naturally or shine occasionally with a soft cloth and beeswax. 6 1/2" x 6" inches
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THOMAS MERTON'S
CELTIC CROSS
Based on one of Merton's sketches, this cross captures the primal power and bold spontaneity of Celtic spirituality as conveyed in ancient crosses found in Ireland. Fashioned in bronze by artist David Kocka. Includes information card and leather gift pouch. 2" 1/2 x 1 1/2" and 30" cord.
Sales support the Merton Foundation
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