The Arrival Of Christianity To Ireland Flashcards
1
Q
How long was Ireland dominated by the Celts
A
About 900 years
2
Q
Who was the other missionary
A
Palladius
3
Q
Where was St. Patrick born
A
Roman Britain
4
Q
What was he
A
A priest and a bishop
5
Q
When was Ireland a mainly Christian country
A
Beginning of 16th century
6
Q
What festivals became Christian
A
Bealtaine, Meaitheamh and Imbolc
7
Q
What did St. Patrick use a 3 leaved clover to explain
A
The Holy Trinity
8
Q
What did monks do
A
Write manuscripts such as the Book of Kells held in Trinity College now
Craft high crosses and other pieces such as the Ardagh Chalice
