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Christianity (Irish: Críostaíocht) has been the largest religion in Ireland since the 5th century. After a pagan past of Antiquity, missionaries (most famously including Saint Patrick) converted the Irish tribes to Christianity in quick order.
Roman Catholicism is the largest religious denomination, representing over 73% for the island and about 78.3% of the Republic of Ireland. Introduction of Christianity. The introduction of Christianity to Ireland dates to sometime before the 5th century, presumably in interactions with Roman Britain.
The Early Christian period in Irish history was between 400AD and 800AD. Known as the Golden Age, it marked a profound cultural and religious transformation. Pre-Christian Irish pagans practiced Celtic polytheism, worshiping nature deities and spirits.
5 days ago · Ireland - Early Christianity, Monasteries, Saints: Little is known of the first impact of Christianity on Ireland. Traditions in the south and southeast refer to early saints who allegedly preceded St. Patrick, and their missions may well have come through trading relations with the Roman Empire.
Church of Ireland. The Church of Ireland (Irish: Eaglais na hÉireann, pronounced [ˈaɡlˠəʃ n̪ˠə ˈheːɾʲən̪ˠ]; Ulster-Scots: Kirk o Airlann, IPA: [kɪrk ə ˈerlən (d)]) [ 3 ] is a Christian church in Ireland, and an autonomous province of the Anglican Communion. It is organised on an all-Ireland basis and is the second-largest ...
A historical overview of the long and complex relationship between Christianity and Ireland, from the arrival of Palladius in 431 to the present day. Explore how Christianity shaped and was shaped by Irish culture, politics, and identity, as well as its global influence and challenges.
The arrival of Christianity in Ireland saw the establishment of religious settlements and dwellings across the country.
