Tag: Gilla Decair

  • The Legend of Abarta and the Gilla Decair’s Horse

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    The Tale of Abarta and the Quest for the Gilla Decair and His Steed Have you ever pondered the origins of our name? This curious inquiry comes up often since it is rather uncommon. Notably, there is a river in Galway named Abartagh and a locality in County Waterford known as Abartach, which the Rev.…

  • The Tale of Abarta and the Chase of Gilla Decair and His Mount

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    The Tale of Abarta and the Chase of Gilla Decair and His Mount Have you ever pondered the origin of a name that stands out? The name ‘Abarta’ often elicits curiosity due to its distinctiveness. While there exists a river in Galway known as the Abartagh and a location in Waterford called Abartach—translated by Rev.…