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Is Erin go Bragh the only close encounter you've had with the Irish language? (Translation: Ireland Forever!)

Many people think that Irish is merely English -- spoken with a lilting brogue. They don't realize that it's a Gaelic accent coloring the English!

The first written record of the language dates back to the 4th century. Throughout the ensuing centuries Irish Gaelic evolved into Scottish Gaelic in Scotland, and into the Manx Gaelic on the Isle of Man.

With the arrival of the English in the 18th century, the language of the Irish was banned in Ireland, but it was impossible to destroy. Today, Irish is still taught in Irish schools, and spoken by many people in Ireland and in Irish communities around the world. Today, if you really want to get in the spirit of St. Patrick's Day, say it in Irish!.... Lá Fhéile Pádraig Sona Duit (Happy St. Patrick's Day!) ...

More about Irish Gaelic around the Web:

Irish Gaelic Translator - A great site for learning the fundamentals of the Irish language, the section on St. Patrick's Day has several greetings in both English and Gaelic.

The Irish Corner - This site features a great selection of e-cards for St. Patrick's Day that can be personalized with a choice of messages in Gaelic as well as cards with the message Lá Fhéile Pádraig and Beannacht Lá Fhéile Pádraig.

101 St. Patrick's Day eCards - A glorious selection of e-cards to send your St. Patrick's Day wishes near and far. Check out the cards in Gaelic!

Speaking Our Language - Listen to audio files with the pronunciation of everyday phrases in Gaelic.

Also see -> About the Claddagh | Irish Blessings

Irish Diaspora | St. Patricks Day Clip Art | St. Patricks Day Crafts

St. Patricks Day E-Cards | Gaelic Greetings | Irish Genealogy

Irish Myths | St. Patricks Day Parades | St. Patricks Day Recipes