#Tynwald

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It’s Tynwald Day in the Isle of Man, and Gef the Talking Mongoose, the Dalby Spook, the Eighth Wonder of the World, is ready to celebrate!

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5th July

Old Midsummer Day/ St Modwenna’s Day

Tynwald Day 2020. Source: Manx Radio website

Today is St Modwenna’s Day. Modwenna and her companion St Fraidd were two, almost certainly invented, saints, probably refashioned from pagan goddesses, who went exploring the coast of Ireland and caused a piece of land to break away under their feet and float out to sea. The two sailed on their rocky raft until it collided with Wales and formed the peninsula of Deganwy in Gwynedd. Modwenna decided to travel from Wales to Burton upon Trent where she became a hermit. Apparently she answered prayers if a pig was sacrificed to her, particularly by childless couples desperate for an offspring - a further sign of Modwenna’s pre-Christian origins.

Old Midsummer Day is also the day on which the Tynwald Ceremony takes place on Tynwald Hill on the Isle of Man. On 5th July all the Isle’s laws for the coming year are ceremonially read and voted on before they can be adjudged to be fully in place. The ceremony dates back to Viking times and the hill itself is reckoned to be a Norse construction at which the Tyn, or meeting, took place to pass laws in a fine exercise in primitive democracy. The ceremony is a colourful event, attended by dignitaries, judges, elected representatives, military parades and hundreds of tourists every year.

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When you stumble down a YouTube hole, and in your suggested videos is a one of some students from the Isle of Man fighting to enable Syrian refugees to take refuge on the Isle of Man.

And one of those students is none other than 15 year old Joe Locke.

Joe along with two other students, Breesha and Sam, are interviewed on Manx Radio, after organising a petition asking Tynwald to set up a committee to "investigate the feasibility" of resettling refugees.

I love that at such a young age, Joe was so eloquent and caring of his fellow human. Go Joe!

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The Queen and Prince Philip visiting the Man island in 2003 on Tynwald Day

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Tynwald Day

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Tynwald Day Special: Maughold of Man

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Our sixth Celtic Month piece celebrates Tynwald Day, the national day of the Isle of Man, which is on July 5th. Remember to pet a Manx cat.

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The Isle of Man, also sometimes spelled Mann, is a little Gaelic nation in the Irish Sea; the Manx language is closely related to Irish and Scottish Gaelic. The language became extinct with the death of its last native speaker in 1974; but revival is in progress, and many people have learned the language since that time with the help of the materials he left behind.

I know of no better Manx story than the origin of Man’s patron saint, St. Maughold of Man; called, in Latin, Maccaldus.

According to the tale, Maughold was a young Irish prince and leader of a gang of ne’er-do-wells during the time when St. Patrick was teaching Christianity in Ireland. One time, he and his companions tried to make a fool of St. Patrick by putting a live man under a shroud and begging St. Patrick to revive him. St. Patrick came and placed his hand on the man, but nothing happened; and after he went away, they discovered that the man under the shroud was dead.

They caught up to St. Patrick, apologized to him, and begged him to come back and revive the man for real; which St. Patrick did, and the man was risen back to life.

After that, the youths all asked to be baptized as Christians; and after baptizing them, St. Patrick admonished Maughold for leading his followers into ill deeds. To make things right, St. Patrick told him he must set to sea in a tiny wicker-boat (a coracle, scarcely larger than its occupant), without any oars, and abandon himself to the will of God.

Maughold did so; and he was conducted safely to the shores of Man; they say, at the place that became known as Maughold Head. He lived in a cave for many years, and went on to become the successor to Romuil and Conindri (in Latin, Romulus and Conindrus), the disciples Patrick had previously sent to teach Christianity to the Manx people.

[cathygeha]

REVIEW

A Witch for Every Season by Rachel Patterson

Spells, Rituals, Festivals & Magic

 Interesting, information-filled, reference for those wanting to celebrate the seasons that provides concrete ideas on how to personalize on an individual basis to make each month special and unique to our own specifications.

 This book is set up by the individual months with each chapter providing the same format with options suggested that the celebrant can choose from that will be in accordance with their needs. If the ideas are not exactly suited to you…find ones that are.

 I made a list of most of the items discussed under each month’s chapter:

* Moon Name & Moon Magic

* Celebrations

* Magical Energy

* Plants and Flowers/Plant Magic

* Foods

* Crystals

* Animals

* Deities

* Altar Decorations

* Incense and Oil Blends

* Herbal Teas

* Activities

* Recipes

* Spells & Rituals

* Meditation

 This is not necessarily new information, but it is set up concisely and open to creative interpretation by the person reading and interested in creating their own Wheel of the Year.

 Thank you to NetGalley and Llewellyn Worldwide for the ARC – This is my honest review.

 4-5 Stars

     BLURB

  Enjoy a Month-By-Month Journey of Seasonal Magic

 Create your own year of celebrations, inspired by the seasons and a wide variety of festivities. Learn how to honour the energies of each month with spells, rituals, meditations, recipes, moon magic, altar decorating, and other activities. Going beyond traditional sabbats, this book introduces you to more than eighty events throughout the year, including those with Pagan, Christian, national, and local roots. Build a large bonfire for Beltane, cast a shell into the ocean on Tynwald Day, carve a beet for Punkie Night, and cook pancakes for Shrove Tuesday. Featuring celebrations like St. David's Day, Walpurgis Night, Summer Solstice, World Goddess Day, All Soul's Eve, and Saturnalia, this book ensures that you'll have a magical journey around the sun.

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Holidays 7.5

Holidays

Arbor Day (New Zealand)

Bikini Day

Bloody Thursday (International Longshore and Warehouse Union)

Constitution Day (Armenia)

Dolly the Sheep Day

Emancipation Day (NYC)

Fiesta do Tapuleiros begins (Portugal)

Fishermen’s Day (Marshall Islands)

Heroes’ Day (Zambia)

Mechanical Pencil Day

National Hawaii Day

National Workaholics Day

Sempach Commemoration Day (Switzerland) [Monday after 4th]

Shouting Day

Thong Day

Tynwald Day (Isle of Man) [If 5th a Weekend, Celebrated on Monday]

Virgin Islands Day (British Virgin Islands)

Work Without Your Hands Day (SpongeBob)

World Badminton Day

X-Day (Church of the SubGenius)

Food & Drink Celebrations

Graham Cracker Day

National Apple Turnover Day

Spam Day

First Tuesday in July

Carnival Tuesday (Saint Vincent and Grenadines)

Independence Days

Algeria (from France, 1962)

Cape Verde (from Portugal, 1975)

Venezuela (from Spain, 1811)

Feast Days

Amitabha Buddha Day

Anthony Maria Zaccaria, priest (Christian; Saint) [d. 1539]

Cyril and Methodius (Christian; Saint) [public holiday in Czech Republic, Slovakia]

Dabucuri umari (Initiation Rites of the Young Men; to Jurupari, South American Guarani/Tupi God)

Edana (a.k.a. Edaene; Christian; Saint)

Elizabeth Montgomery Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)

Feast of Anubis (Ancient Egypt)

Festival of Cargo Cults

Grace and Probus (Christian; Saint)

Impersonate An Orc Day (Pastafarian)

Modwena (Christian; Saint)

Peter of Luxembourg (Christian; Saint)

Poplifugia (Day of the People's Flight; Ancient Rome)

Suger (Positivist; Saint)

Zamling Chisang (Universal Prayer Day; Tibet)

Zoe of Rome (Roman Catholic Church)

Lucky & Unlucky Days

Perilous Day (13th Century England) [21 of 32]

Shakku (赤口 Japan) [Bad luck all day, except at noon.]

Premieres

Debut, by Björk (Album; 1993)

Hit the Road Jack, by Ray Charles (Song; 1961)

Institutionalized, by Suicidal Tendencies (Song; 1983)

The Principia (Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica; Book; 1687)

Seinfeld (TV Series; 1989)

The Way, Way Back (Film; 2013)

Weekend at Bernie’s (Film; 1989)

Today is Also…

Day of Year: Day 186 of 2022; 179 days remaining in the year

ISO: Day 2 of week 27 of 2022

Celtic Tree Calendar: Duir (Oak) [Day 26 of 28]

Chinese: Month 6 (Héyuè), Day 7 (Ji-Wei)

Chinese Year of the: Tiger (until January 22, 2023)

Hebrew: 6 Tammuz 5782

Islamic: 5 Ḏū al-Ḥijjah 1443

J Cal: 6 Lux; Fiveday [6 of 30]

Julian: 22 June 2022

Moon: 32% Waxing Crescent

Positivist: 18 Charlemagne (7th Month) [Suger]

Runic Half Month: Foeh (Wealth) [Day 9 of 15]

Season: Summer (Day 15 of 90)

Zodiac: Cancer (Day 15 of 30)

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Isle of Man: A Historical Odyssey from Celts to Vikings

The Isle of Man, a small island situated in the Irish Sea between Great Britain and Ireland, is renowned for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. With its unique blend of Celtic, Viking, and Norse heritage, the island offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, alongside a plethora of attractions for modern explorers. From ancient monuments to picturesque coastal paths, the Isle of Man is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered.

Historical Significance

The history of the Isle of Man is a tapestry woven from the influences of various civilizations over thousands of years. Evidence of human habitation dates back to the Mesolithic period, around 8,000 years ago, with Neolithic and Bronze Age sites scattered across the island, such as the Meayll Hill Stone Circle and the Balladoole Viking Burial.

During the Iron Age, the Celts established their presence on the island, leaving behind a legacy of hill forts and roundhouses. The Celtic influence is still evident today in the island's language, Manx Gaelic, which has seen a revival in recent years.

The arrival of the Vikings in the 9th century marked a significant chapter in the island's history. The Isle of Man became a vital part of the Norse kingdom of Mann and the Isles, with Viking rulers exerting control over the island for several centuries. This period left an indelible mark on the island's culture and heritage, with remnants such as the Viking ship burial at Balladoole and the ancient Tynwald Hill, where the island's parliament, Tynwald, has met for over a thousand years, making it the oldest continuous parliamentary body in the world.

The medieval era saw the construction of impressive castles, such as Castle Rushen in Castletown and Peel Castle on St Patrick's Isle. These fortifications played crucial roles in the island's defense and governance. The island eventually came under the control of the Scottish and then the English crowns, yet it maintained a significant degree of autonomy, which continues today as a self-governing British Crown Dependency.

Places to Explore

The Isle of Man offers a diverse array of attractions that cater to a wide range of interests:

Castletown and Castle Rushen: Once the island’s capital, Castletown is home to Castle Rushen, one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. The castle's towering limestone walls and intricate interiors offer a glimpse into the island's feudal past.

Peel and Peel Castle: This picturesque fishing port is dominated by the ruins of Peel Castle, which sits on St Patrick's Isle. The castle, originally a place of worship before becoming a fortress, provides panoramic views of the surrounding sea.

Douglas and the Manx Museum: The island's modern capital, Douglas, is a vibrant hub of activity. The Manx Museum in Douglas provides an excellent overview of the island's history, culture, and natural heritage.

The Great Laxey Wheel: Also known as Lady Isabella, this is the largest working waterwheel in the world. Located in the village of Laxey, it was built in the 19th century to pump water from the local lead mines.

Snaefell Mountain Railway: This charming electric railway takes visitors to the summit of Snaefell, the island's highest peak. On a clear day, you can see the seven kingdoms: England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, the Isle of Man, Heaven, and the Sea.

The Calf of Man: A small island off the southern tip of the Isle of Man, it is a nature reserve teeming with birdlife and seals. It's an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

Heritage Railways: The island is home to several heritage railways, including the Steam Railway and the Manx Electric Railway, offering scenic journeys through the countryside and along the coast.

Isle of Man TT Races: Held annually in late May and early June, this world-famous motorcycle race attracts enthusiasts from around the globe. The Snaefell Mountain Course, with its challenging twists and turns, is a legendary circuit in the racing world.

Conclusion

The Isle of Man is a destination that seamlessly blends historical significance with natural beauty. Whether you are a history enthusiast, nature lover, or adventure seeker, the island offers a rich array of experiences. The Isle of Man experiences a temperate maritime climate, characterized by mild temperatures and relatively high humidity. The weather can be quite changeable due to the island's location in the Irish Sea. The weather and climate of the Isle of Man make it a year-round destination, ensuring that there is always something to explore and enjoy on this captivating island.

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Queen Elizabeth II presides over the Tynwald ceremony on the Isle of Man - July 7, 2003

[brookstonalmanac]

Holidays 7.5

Holidays

Arbor Day (New Zealand)

Bikini Day

Black Day (Pakistan)

Bloody Thursday (International Longshore and Warehouse Union)

Constitution Day (Armenia)

Dolly the Sheep Day

Emancipation Day (NYC)

Fiesta do Tapuleiros begins (Portugal)

Fishermen’s Day (Marshall Islands)

Foreign Slovaks Day (Slovakia; Slovakian Communities)

Heroes’ Day (Zambia)

International Read Naked Day

Mechanical Pencil Day

National Hawaii Day

National Ian Day

National Injury Prevention Day (Canada)

National Sylvia Day

National Wear A Thong Day

National Workaholics Day

NHS Day (UK)

Pet Remembrance Day (UK)

Red Currant Day (French Republic)

Rehydration Day

Secret Service Day

Social Care & Frontline Workers’ Day (UK)

Thong Day

Tynwald Day (Isle of Man) [If 5th a Weekend, Celebrated on Monday]

Urumqi Massacre Anniversary Day (China)

Virgin Islands Day (British Virgin Islands)

Work Without Your Hands Day (SpongeBob)

World Badminton Day

Food & Drink Celebrations

Graham Cracker Day

National Apple Turnover Day

National Hungover Day

Spam Day

Independence Days

Aeland (Declared; 2022) [unrecognized]

Algeria (from France, 1962)

Cape Verde (from Portugal, 1975)

Caudonia (Declared; 2019) [unrecognized]

Reylan Imperial Triumvirate (Declared; 2005) [unrecognized]

Turdas (Declared; 2017) [unrecognized]

Venezuela (from Spain, 1811)

1st Wednesday in July

Multiple Disadvantage Awareness Day [1st Wednesday]

National Property Managers’ Day (New Zealand) [1st Wednesday]

Zine Distro Appreciation Day [1st Wednesday]

Feast Days

Amitabha Buddha Day

Anthony Maria Zaccaria, priest (Christian; Saint) [d. 1539]

Aphelion Day (Pagan)

Catherine of Regensburg (Christian; Virgin Martyr)

Cyril and Methodius (Christian; Saint) [public holiday in Czech Republic, Slovakia]

Dabucuri umari (Initiation Rites of the Young Men; to Jurupari, South American Guarani/Tupi God)

Edana (a.k.a. Edaene; Christian; Saint)

Feast of Anubis (Ancient Egypt)

Festival of Cargo Cults

Grace and Probus (Christian; Saint)

Impersonate An Orc Day (Pastafarian)

Louis-Léopold Boilly (Artology)

Modwena (Christian; Saint)

Nicomedes (Christian; Martyr)

Peter of Luxembourg (Christian; Saint)

Poplifugia (Day of the People's Flight; Ancient Rome)

SHOUTING DAY (Pastafarian)

Suger (Positivist; Saint)

Taxi Driver McGillicuddy (Muppetism)

Wendell (Christian; Confessor)

X Day (Church of the SubGenius; Traditional)

Zamling Chisang (Universal Prayer Day; Tibet)

Zoe of Rome (Roman Catholic Church)

Lucky & Unlucky Days

Butsumetsu (仏滅 Japan) [Unlucky all day.]

Perilous Day (13th Century England) [21 of 32]

Premieres

Cracked Quack (WB MM Cartoon; 1952)

Cracked Rear View, by Hootie & the Blowfish (Album; 1994)

Debut, by Björk (Album; 1993)

The Emerald Forest (Film; 1985)

Gloria, by Them with Van Morrison (Song; 1964)

Hit the Road Jack, by Ray Charles (Song; 1961)

Hot Lead and Cold Feet (Film; 1978)

I’m Free, by The Who (Song; 1969)

Institutionalized, by Suicidal Tendencies (Song; 1983)

It’s the Same Old Song, by The Four Tops (Song; 1965)

Maybellene, by Chuck Berry copyrighted (Song; 1955)

The Principia (Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica; Book; 1687)

Red Sonja (Film; 1985)

Seinfeld (TV Series; 1989)

Slacker (Film; 1991)

The Way, Way Back (Film; 2013)

Weekend at Bernie’s (Film; 1989)

You’re No Good, recorded by Linda Ronstadt (Song; 1974)

Today’s Name Days

Albrecht, Antonius, Letizia (Austria)

Antun, Ćiril, Marta, Metod, Zakarija (Croatia)

Cyril, Metodej (Czech Republic)

Anshelmus (Denmark)

Kaja, Kajar (Estonia)

Untamo, Unto (Finland)

Antoine, Antoine-Marie (France)

Albrecht, Kira, Letiza (Germany)

Lampados (Greece)

Emese, Sarolta (Hungary)

Antonio, Filomena, Maria (Italy)

Andzs, Aristids, Edis, Edīte, Edna, Esmeraldas (Latvia)

Butginas, Filomena, Karolina, Mantmilė (Lithuania)

Mina, Mirjam (Norway)

Antoni, Bartłomiej, Filomena, Jakub, Karolina, Michał, Przybywoj, Szarlota, Wilhelm (Poland)

Atanasie (România)

Cyril, Metod (Slovakia)

Antonio, Cirila, Filomena (Spain)

Laila, Melker, Ritva (Sweden)

Agnes, Methodius (Ukraine)

Grace, Gracie, Graciela, Shannon, Sharon (USA)

Today is Also…

Day of Year: Day 186 of 2024; 179 days remaining in the year

ISO: Day 3 of week 27 of 2023

Celtic Tree Calendar: Duir (Oak) [Day 24 of 28]

Chinese: Month 5 (Wu-Wu), Day 18 (Jia-Zi)

Chinese Year of the: Rabbit 4721 (until February 10, 2024)

Hebrew: 16 Tammuz 5783

Islamic: 16 Dhu al-Hijjah 1444

J Cal: 6 Lux; Sixday [6 of 30]

Julian: 22 June 2023

Moon: 93%: Waning Gibbous

Positivist: 18 Charlemagne (7th Month) [Suger]

Runic Half Month: Feoh (Wealth) [Day 7 of 15]

Season: Summer (Day 15 of 94)

Zodiac: Cancer (Day 15 of 31)

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Tynwald Day Messages, Quotes and Greetings

We bring to you a collection of Happy Tynwald Day messages and wishes to share with your family and friends. You can even post on Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram Tynwald Day quotes and sayings that are perfect to celebrate this day.

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To which country of the United Kingdom is the Isle of Man closest?

The Isle of Man is an island in the middle of the northern Irish Sea. Of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom, Scotland is the closest with a distance of 16 miles (26 km). The distance to England measures 31 miles (50 km), whilst Northern Ireland is 30 miles (49 km) from the Isle of Man. Wales is much further away, with up to 67 miles (108 km) separating it from the island.

The Isle of Man is 14 miles (22 km) wide and 32 miles (52 km) long, with a total of 99 miles (160 km) of coastline. The island's terrain is varied with mountains in the north and south, and a valley in the centre. Snaefell is the Isle of Man's highest mountain, which measures 2037 feet (621 meters) above sea level. On a clear day, it is possible to see Scotland, England, Ireland and Wales from the top of the mountain.

The Isle of Man is a Crown dependency, meaning foreign affairs, defence, and governing are handled by the British government. In all other matters, the island is independent. It has a Parliament called Tynwald, which is the longest-running parliament in the world. The island has a flag with a red background and 3 armoured legs joined together to symbolise, "whichever way you throw us, we always land on our feet".

[nebacktra]

Post Office releases first Manx stamps featuring the King's Royal Cypher - 3FM Isle of Man

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