New book takes a unique view of Kildare's patron saint

Step into the mystical heart of Ireland and uncover the hidden essence of Brigit, a figure revered as both goddess and saint, yet shrouded in mystery.

In this spellbinding exploration of Kildare’s patron saint, Pauline Breen reveals Brigit as you’ve never imagined her — a powerful fae woman and sovereign of the Irish Otherworld.

Beyond her familiar roles in Celtic mythology and Christian tradition, Brigit emerges as a liminal force, a bridge between the seen and unseen, the mortal and the magical. Through meticulous research into ancient myths, folklore, and the sacred landscapes of Ireland, Breen illuminates Brigit’s forgotten identity as a being of the Otherworld.

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This book explores her lineage among the Tuatha Dé Danann, Ireland’s mythical race of divine beings, and her deep kinship with the fae folk.

It also looks at her supernatural gifts as the original keener, psychopomp, and mistress of manifestation, weaving life, death, and creation into her eternal tapestry.

The profound ties between Brigit, death, and the Otherworld reveal her as a guide through life’s most profound transitions.
The book also examines sacred sites across Ireland where her fae presence lingers, waiting to be felt by those who seek her.
Breen also looks at practical wisdom for modern seekers to connect with Brigit’s fae essence in their spiritual practices.

“Whether you are a lifelong devotee of Brigit or a curious explorer of Celtic spirituality, this book offers a transformative perspective on an ancient figure whose magic transcends time. By reclaiming Brigit’s identity as a fae woman, we not only honour a forgotten aspect of her power but also reawaken Ireland’s earliest spiritual traditions and the sacred land that birthed them,” said the author.

Pauline is a Priestess of Brigid, author, clinical hypnotherapist, and educator.

Born in Ireland, she is devoted to reawakening the Divine Feminine within collective consciousness, striving to restore balance between feminine and masculine energies in today’s world. Her deep connection to her homeland inspires her work with Brigid, once revered as the Great Mother Goddess of the Emerald Isle. Through extensive research, writing, and public speaking, Breen illuminates the multifaceted and often overlooked aspects of Brigid’s legacy.