Vine - Muin Bird Pendant Cuchulain fights the warrior Ferdia

Cuchulain fights the warrior Ferdia with the readiness of a Swallow

It is found widely throughout Ireland

ritual athletic contests

Mebh was the legendary warrior queen of Connaught

the full moon represents fertility and childbirth and the waning moon the Wisdom of the older woman

Vine - Muin Bird Pendant Cuchulain fights the warrior FerdiaOur ancient ancestors had a close relationship with nature. They were keenly aware they depended on the elements and developed a culture of fascination and reverence for them. Muin means climbing plant or vine in Gaeilge. It also represents the letter M in the ogham alphabet. Climbing plants grow spirally and they were associated with rebirth, joy and the continuum and cycle of life.