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Ritual site

Ritual site, holy tree/bush

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Jackson (1979-80, 160) records that visitors to a holy well in County Kildare, Ireland tied a scapular medal to a nearby tree. The exact location of this monument is unknown. People may have believed the tree could hold a prayer or mark a promise, turning a passing visit into a small ritual.
Jackson (1979-80, 160) records that visitors to a holy well (KD011-003----) tied a scapular medal to a nearby tree. The exact location of this monument is unknown. Compiled by: Gearóid Conroy Date of upload: 10 June 2011

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