What is the symbolism behind Saint Patrick's Day in Ireland?

ST PATRICK'S Day celebrations around the world involve people dressing in green with shamrocks and leprechauns. But why do these symbols represent Ireland? read more

Saint Patrick’s Day, or the Feast of Saint Patrick, is a celebration in honour of the patron saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick. The day of celebration, which marks the day of Saint Patrick’s death, was originally a religious holiday meant to celebrate the arrival of Christianity in Ireland and made official by the Catholic Church in the early 17th century. read more

The shamrock The three-leaved shamrock is a familiar symbol of Ireland and St. Patrick, used by the Irish tourist board and almost every tourist shop in the country as a national symbol. read more

The modern St. Patrick’s Day celebrations taking place this weekend, at least in the United States, will likely be characterized by commercial lucky charms and green beer—all of which has very little to do with the historical figure of the saint. read more