Some images from my current visit to Ireland. More posts to follow.
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St. Stephen’s Green has a colorful history at the center of Dublin since the mid-17th century.
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Photos are prohibited inside the Reading Room of the National Library of Ireland, but are widely available online.
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The legend of St. Patrick at Skerries, about 20 miles north of Dublin.
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Detail of altar at 13th century Straid Abbey in County Mayo. At center, Mary hold Jesus after the crucifixion. St John at left; Mary Magdeline (supposedly) at right.