Curses and Blessings at the Holy Wells of Anglesey
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| Type | Other contribution |
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| Original language | English |
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| Media of output | Web |
| Number of pages | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 26 May 2021 |
| Links | LinksFinal published version Licence: CC BY Show licence |
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| Permanent link | Permanent link |
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Abstract
The practise of visiting a well to ask for a blessing is a centuries old tradition in Wales. Cursing one’s mortal enemy, however, is a much more recent practise.
Keywords
- Wales, Holyhead, Holy Island, Ynys Cybi, Folklore, folk belief, Cursing, Blessing, Holy Wells