St Brigid (Saint)

Saint Brigid, also known as Brigid of Kildare, is one of Ireland’s most revered saints, believed to have lived in the 5th and 6th centuries. She was a Christian nun, abbess, and founder of several monasteries, known for her compassion, healing abilities, and dedication to helping the poor. She symbolizes charity, hospitality, and the nurturing aspects of faith. St. Brigid is also associated with the arrival of Christianity in Ireland and is celebrated on February 1st, which marks her feast day and the traditional beginning of spring in Ireland.