Saint Patrick’s Day is a cultural and religious celebration held on March 17 to celebrate the death of St. Patrick, AD 385-461. Patrick’s Day is celebrated in more countries than any other national celebration. I’m guessing that’s because of the Irish whiskey. Celebrations vary from parades, social gatherings and church services. And, everyone is supposed to wear green. If you don’t someone might pinch you.
There a numerous stories and traditions about Patrick. It is said that he drove all the snakes out of Ireland. But, this was an allegory about the druids, non Christian priests. One sure thing is that he was a missionary in Ireland.
With all the celebrating, drinking Irish whiskey or green beer with a shamrock in the bottom of the glass, there are many legends to ponder about Patrick.
But, there is one thing that everyone should know.
Saint Patrick was not Irish.
PMO
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