This sounds like a wonderful place in Ireland, the ideal spot for a Lenten retreat. Local tradition as well as substantiated historical evidence and artifacts prove that Saint Patrick did pray in seclusion on the island of Lough Derg, performing penances for his new flock of wayward Irish converts. It is called "Saint Patrick's Purgatory" because of the cave that was supposed to lead to the nether world. People are still able to make pilgrimages on this holy site, going barefoot and fasting on tea and toast, while sleeping in bee-hive cells, just like the old monks. I really hope to go there someday.Friday, March 9, 2007
Saint Patrick's Purgatory
This sounds like a wonderful place in Ireland, the ideal spot for a Lenten retreat. Local tradition as well as substantiated historical evidence and artifacts prove that Saint Patrick did pray in seclusion on the island of Lough Derg, performing penances for his new flock of wayward Irish converts. It is called "Saint Patrick's Purgatory" because of the cave that was supposed to lead to the nether world. People are still able to make pilgrimages on this holy site, going barefoot and fasting on tea and toast, while sleeping in bee-hive cells, just like the old monks. I really hope to go there someday.2 comments:
Courteous comments are welcome. If a comment is not published, it may be due to a technical error. At any rate, do not take offense; it is nothing personal. Slanderous comments will not be published. Anonymity may be tolerated, but politeness is required.
I would like to respond to every comment but my schedule renders it impossible to do so. Please know that I appreciate those who take the time to share their thoughts.
Sounds like an incredible destination.
ReplyDeleteAnd I wouldn't mind fasting on tea and toast in Ireland!
Neither would I!
ReplyDelete