For the Love of the Irish
Alianna Gonzalez (7)
Do you ever wonder what the backstory is about on March 17th, or why people are wearing green? Ever wondered why leprechauns are goodluck? It’s all about St. Patricks’ Day!
St. Patricks Day is celebrated annually on March 17th to commemorate Saint Patrick, the foremost patron saint of Ireland. It is a cultural religious holiday observed by many people around the world, particularly those of Irish descent.
The tradition of wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day stems from the color’s long standing association with Ireland and its landscapes, which then became linked to the celebration of its patron saint. The widespread adoption of wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day solidified over time, becoming a key element of the holiday’s festivities and a way for people to show their Irish heritage or celebrate the holiday’s spirit.
Leprechauns are figures of folklore and mythology, primarily associated with Irish tradition. They are based on any observed natural phenomenon or creature, leprechauns often symbolize luck, wealth, and the hidden treasures of Ireland. Their enduring presence in stories and cultural traditions.
The idea of a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow is a myth or legend. Its charming story, often used in children’s literature and folklore, but it lacks any scientific basis. The rainbow’s location is an optical illusion; it appears to be distant but it is actually the rainbow who moves with you, making it impossible to reach the end.
Whether you’re Irish or not, celebrate or not, are a believer or a skeptic- It’s a day to enjoy the almost spring weather, the love of the Irish, and the commodore of people.