Writing Brigit


Writing Brigit

Many years ago I wrote my first Brigit prayer. Poem. Blessing... I have been writing them ever since, but seldom publish them. Some are carefully researched and crafted, some are simple and straight from the heart. (Belated update: I did eventually publish a book called A Brigit of Ireland Devotional - Sun Among Stars. It contains many of my Brigit poems and prayers, essays, and resources.)

The prayers and blessings of my sisters in the Daughters of the Flame and other Brigit-loving women and men, living and long-dead, fill me with surprise and delight, as well.

I would like to share some of these writings with you.

Following is the one that signs off each of my emails, a reminder to guide my words and intentions with care when I write to anyone. It's as good a place to start as any.


Flame Offering

In the name of the three Brigits

I light the candle of my heart

May I offer it to everyone

gentle and steady

warm and bright



31 May 2024

“Brigid” by Daniel Kelly

 


Brigid of the anvil,

Brigid of the flame,

Brigid of the healing hand,

She of exalted name.

 

Daughter of the Dagda,

Mother of Ruadan,

Goddess of the poet’s word,

And springing of the lamb,

 

Imbolc sees her rising,

Bringer of the dawn,

Sheep and Boar and Oxen,

Taught us how to mourn,

 

Patroness of Ireland

You live on in that name,

Turning water into beer,

Kildare’s eternal flame





Image: Originally posted on Folklounge (Daniel Kelly Music) Ballads, Folk Music and Life. To hear Daniel singing "Brigid" go to his YouTube page, Daniel Kelly Folk Music.