Did you know this?
Saint Patrick was in Ireland in the 400s! Long time ago right? St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, was originally named Maewyn Succat at birth. It wasn’t until he became a priest that he adopted the name Patricius, derived from Latin, signifying his new identity and mission.
This renaming was a common practice among early Christian missionaries and members of the clergy, symbolizing a spiritual rebirth and dedication to their divine calling.
The transition to the name Patrick, as he is now universally known, marked the beginning of his pivotal mission in the 5th century to convert the Irish populace to Christianity. His transformation from Maewyn Succat to St. Patrick encapsulates the journey of a young boy taken into slavery who rose to become one of the most venerated figures in Christian history, illustrating a profound evolution of character and purpose driven by faith and commitment to spreading Christian teachings across Ireland!
St Patrick’s day is a religious holiday, it was originally a dry holiday! Yes! No drinking! The pubs were actually closed on that day and this only changed in 1970! 🍻
So, if this was a religious holiday, then where do the parades come in? AMERICA! 🗽🇺🇸 The very first St. Patrick’s Day parade was in NYC in 1762.
… and Hemmingen:
An Irish toast to life, laughter, and a pint (or two)! Sláinte! ☘️
What are your plans for Monday?
Stuttgart547 
Excellent!!!
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