Imbolc
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Significance | spring |
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Celebrations | feasting, making Brigid's crosses and Brídeógs, visiting holy wells, divination, spring cleaning |
Also called | Lá Fhéile Bríde (Irish), Là Fhèill Brìghde (Scottish Gaelic), Laa'l Breeshey (Manx) |
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ID | 634904 |
About Imbolc
Imbolc or Imbolg, also called Brigid's Day, is a Gaelic traditional festival marking the beginning of spring. It is held on 1 February, or about halfway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. Historically, it was widely observed throughout Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man.