Ogham (also ogam and ogom, [4] / ˈɒɡəm / OG-əm, [5] Modern Irish: [ˈoː (ə)mˠ]; Middle Irish: ogum, ogom, later ogam [ˈɔɣəmˠ] [6][7]) is an Early Medieval alphabet used primarily to write the early Irish language (in the "orthodox" inscriptions, 4th to 6th centuries AD), and later the Old Irish language (scholastic ogham, 6th to 9th centuries).

Feb 10, 2025 · Some of the most notable Irish Celtic symbols include the Triskelion, the Celtic Cross, the Triquetra, the Celtic Tree of Life and the numerous Celtic Knots, including the Dara Knot, a symbol of strength.

Jun 25, 2019 · In the Irish myth cycles, there is a tale that nine hazel nuts dropped into a sacred pool. A salmon came along in the pool and gobbled up the nuts, which then imbued him with wisdom. A variation of the story appears in the legend of Finn Mac Cumhail, who ate the salmon and then took on the knowledge and wisdom of the fish.

Feb 23, 2024 · Irish runes, also known as Ogham, are an ancient Celtic writing system used in Ireland and parts of Britain during the Early Middle Ages. They consist of a series of vertical and diagonal strokes known as “staves” which are typically inscribed on stone or wood.

Ogham is an alphabet that appears on monumental inscriptions dating from the 4th to the 6th century AD, and in manuscripts dating from the 6th to the 9th century. It was used mainly to write Primitive and Old Irish, and also to write Old Welsh, Pictish and Latin.

Aug 26, 2021 · When the Roman alphabet and the runes were introduced to Ireland, they took the function of memorial writing, but the use of Ogham became restricted to the secret and magical realms.

May 9, 2024 · The ancient language bears a great resemblance to ciphers in Germanic runes, Latin, elder futhark, and the Greek alphabet.

Roughly 400 inscriptions in the ogham alphabet are known from stone monuments scattered around the Irish Sea, the bulk of them dating to the fifth and sixth centuries. The language of these inscriptions is predominantly Primitive Irish, but a …

Feb 24, 2024 · In Celtic mythology, runes hold significant symbolism and carry deep meaning in the spiritual and cultural practices of the ancient Celts. Let’s delve into the world of Celtic runes and explore their symbolic importance.

Feb 23, 2024 · Gaelic Runes, also known as “Ogham,” were a writing system used by the ancient Celts. These runic symbols were typically inscribed or carved onto stone monuments and manuscripts. Ogham was primarily used between the 4th and 7th centuries AD and was most commonly found in Ireland and Scotland.