Ireland elevates St. Brigid alongside St. Patrick, reclaiming its forgotten female saint and marking a dramatic shift from Catholic conservatism to progressive nation ...

St. Brigid's cross symbolises the beginning of Spring. In Ireland the official beginning of Spring is February 1st. These crosses are hung by doors to protect houses from Fire and Evil.

The National Flag will be flown on all national and official government buildings on the St. Brigid ... be flown on Ireland's newest public holiday every year in honour of St. Brigid.