School: Gleann Doire (C.) (roll number 10404)
- Location:
- Gleann Doire, Co. Chiarraí
- Teacher: Cáit Bean Uí Gléathabhúir
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There are some herbs of great value and power such as the groundsel, ground ivy, foxglove and the bark of the haw-thorn. The hazel tree has many virtues it is sacred and powerful against devils' wiles, and its secret properties are known only to the wise. The ancient Irish believed that there were fountains at the head of the chief rivers of Ireland, over each of which grew nine hazel trees which at certain times produced beautiful(continues on next page)- Collector
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