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☘️ Discover the Hidden Treasures of Ancient Ireland ☘️

Unleash the hidden power of ancient Ireland with three mind-blowing online courses from Kevin Flanagan, the founder of the Brehon Academy who’s already captivated thousands worldwide.

In Early Irish Culture and Society, reclaim the fierce traditions and royal secrets nearly erased by time.

Through Irish Mythology, decode the forbidden tales of gods and warriors—like the Tuatha Dé Danann—that mainstream history sidesteps.

With Brehon Law, you'll master an ancient justice system so radical it defied empires, a legacy most will never grasp.

This isn’t just learning—it’s your only chance to join an exclusive tribe of seekers uncovering Ireland’s untamed soul before it fades forever.

Act now: your roots, your rebellion, your revelation await. Enrol today and let Ireland’s ancient soul inspire you!

What you'll get:

Introduction to Early Ireland:
  • The Tribe and The Family: Core social units and their roles.
  • Three Primary Family Units: Models of kinship in ancient Ireland.
  • Dwellings in Early Ireland: How the Irish lived.
  • Father, Husband, Warrior, King: Male roles and responsibilities.
  • Rights of Women / Women, Work, and Status: Women’s power and place in society.
  • Marriage, Divorce, and Children: Laws like Cáin Lánamna (marriage), Imscarad (divorce), and fosterage traditions.
  • Land and Legacy: 5 types of land ownership and Orbae (inheritance).
  • Clans and Identity: Gaelic battle cries, family names, and regional place names (Ulster, Munster, Leinster, Connacht).
Social Status and Society
Dive into the hierarchy of early Irish society:
  • The Hierarchy: Social ranks explained.
  • Unfree and Free Classes: Daer (bonded) vs. Saer (free).
  • Craftsmen and Elites: an tSaer (artisans), Áes Dana (poets and skilled), and An Nemed (privileged).
Royal Erin: Kingship and Royal Sites
Uncover Ireland’s royal heritage:
  • Kings of Ireland: From chieftains to high kings.
  • Elections and Rituals: How leaders were chosen and crowned.
  • Royal Sites and Symbols: Ancient sites and Brian Boru’s harp.
Education & Wisdom 
  • Seven Grades of Wisdom: Early Irish learning and ranks.
  • Education and Military: A sept’s story of rank and status.
Beliefs & Spirituality 
  • From Crom Cruach to Christ: Druids, pagan life, and Christian transition.
  • Burial Rites and Keening: Funeral customs and traditions.
Wider Society 
  • Names, Money, and Laws: 14 ancient names of Ireland, currency, and Brehon Law intro.
  • Culture and Customs: Bards, hospitality, music, art, and festivals like the Telltown Games.

Introduction to Irish Mythology 
  • Introduction & Sources: Begin your mythic journey with an overview and the roots of Irish tales.
  • Map of Heroic Times: Visualize ancient Ireland’s legendary landscape.
  • Old Religion & Druids: Explore pre-Christian beliefs and their influence.
  • Christian Impact: How Christianity reshaped Irish myths.
  • Pagan Life: A glimpse into ancient spiritual practices.
The Mythological Cycle
Dive into Ireland’s creation stories:
  • Lebor Gabála Éreann: The Book of Invasions and mythic origins.
  • Gaelic Gods & Goddesses: Meet the divine figures and their psychology.
  • Six Waves of Invasion: From Cessarians to Milesians, including Partholonians, Nemedians, Fir Bolgs, and Tuatha Dé Danann.
  • Tuatha Dé Danann Deep Dive: Gods, fairies, or demons? Unravel their mysteries.
  • Famous Tales: The Children of Lir, Angus’s Dream, and the Fairy Mound.
  • Cultural Echoes: Place names, Amergín’s song, and the Telltown Games.
The Ulster Cycle
Epic heroism unfolds:
  • The Táin: Cattle Raid of Cooley and other tales.
  • Cú Chulainn’s Saga: His birth, naming, prophecy, and tragic death.
  • Ulster’s Legends: Pangs of Ulster and pig keepers’ quarrels.
The Fenian Cycle
Adventures of Finn McCool and the Fianna:
  • Finn’s Journey: Salmon of Knowledge to creating the Giant’s Causeway.
  • Na Fianna: Elite warriors and their lore.
  • Oisín’s Tale: A trip to the Land of the Young.
  • History or Fable?: Decoding the Fenian legacy.
The Cycle of Kings
Royal myths and rulers:
  • Kings of Ireland: From Cormac Mac Airt to Niall of the Nine Hostages.
  • Rituals & Sites: Inaugurations and ancient royal grounds.
  • Legendary Monarchs: Labraid’s secret and Conaire’s reign. 

Introduction to Brehon Law 
  • What is Brehon Law?: A beginner’s guide to Ireland’s ancient legal system.
  • Studying Today: 8 challenges of exploring Brehon Law and solutions.
The Brehons 
  • Who Were the Brehons?: Meet the lawkeepers of ancient Ireland.
  • Grades & Roles: From judges to advocates (Elbe agus Aigne).
  • Justice in Action: False judgments, the Collar of Truth, and King Cormac’s rulings.
Legal Manuscripts and Law Schools 
  • Manuscripts & Schools: Key texts and the families who taught law.
  • Bérla Féini: The legal language of the Féini.
  • Wisdom & Dialogue: Seven Grades of Wisdom and the Two Sages.
Restitution and Honour Price 
  • Aithgein & Lóg n-Enech: Restitution and the “Price of His Face.”
  • Landmark Cases: Cormac’s judgment and Ireland’s first legal ruling.
Crime, Punishment, and Enforcement 
  • Crime & Eric Fine: Punishment without death—fines and restitution.
  • Legal Tools: Athgabail (distress), Troscud (fasting), and enforcing justice.
Contracts, Pledges, and Hostages 
  • Contracts & Pledges: Including the quirky Bechbretha (Bee Judgments).
  • Hostages: Gíall and Niall of the Nine Hostages’ legacy.
Wider Society 
  • Social Fabric: Money, hospitality, and sick maintenance (Folog n-Othrusa).
  • Unique Cases: Copyright, mental illness, and sacred trees.
Family, Status, and Land 
  • Status & Kinship: Women’s roles, marriage (Cáin Lánamna), divorce (Imscarad).
  • Land & Legacy: Ownership and inheritance (Orbae).
The Demise of Brehon Law 
  • Fall of a System: Vatican, Crown, Statutes of Kilkenny, and the 1608 Tanistry Case.
  • Gaelic Revival: Resistance in the 1300s.
External Talks & Resources 
  • Modern Insights: Talks from Maynooth, Uisneach, and podcasts on anarchy and justice.

What People Are Saying:

A friend suggested taking the course and I agreed. I have Scottish ancestry and so the notion of Celtic mythology is interesting to me. I am an avid reader and so this course interested me in terms of the influence of mythology on other forms of narrative fiction.

Rebecca McTaggart (Irish Mythology)

I appreciate its essential content, its easy style. It is an imperative study for reapplication in various court/legal systems such as family court and civil court. The essence of Brehon Law could very well be in the genetic structure of all celts. Great work!

Henry McGrath (Brehon Laws)

It is very focused and easy to follow.

John Saunders (Brehon Laws)

Surprisingly good. This course expresses the ancient ‘Gaelic’ traditions faithfully and with academic rigour.

David O’Donovan (Brehon Laws)

This course has been very interesting and really giving the background on Brehon Law. I look forward to taking more courses and would recommend this course to others that are interested in learning about Ireland and its customs. Hopefully Brehon Law will come back and the penal system will be revised.

Heather Martin (Brehon Laws)

I really enjoyed the course content. I was very interested to learn about the laws of Ancient Ireland, and would like to study it on a deeper level in the future, thank you

Gena Kelly (Brehon Laws)

This was exciting way to explore pre-Christian Ireland and the mythology. This has been wonderful and informative. Hoping to take more classes from you Kevin and follow your website. Thank you so much

Mari Fix (Irish Mythology)

Excellent as always! So much information, great lectures and visuals plus extras and great resources!

Amber Seree (Brehon Laws)

Amazing course that give a clear and concise overview of the ancient laws of early and medieval Ireland, definitely recommend this to anyone interested in Irish history or early law systems of the past. The resources too that are provided are incredible. Can't wait to continue Mr. Flanagan's courses on Ireland!

Logan Callaway Duff (Brehon Laws)

I've learned quite a lot from this course! It's so fascinating to see what history can tell us, the mysteries surrounding these ancient peoples. As one with Irish ancestry, I want to learn all I can about where I come from and hopefully put this knowledge to use in the future.

Clair Elizabeth Deighan (Early Irish Culture & Society)

A great job. I teach Irish history to adults in the Irish American community and I am recommending your work to them.

Sean Murphy (Early Irish Culture & Society)

Good delivery. Hearing the correct pronunciation of names is a bonus. Good introduction which has encouraged me to learn more.

Catherine McIntyre (Irish Mythology)

You are a very interesting person. I knew a lot of this but few do. Fair play to you and may you succeed in your endeavour to educate and inform about our ancient law.

Hasan Selim al Irlandi (Brehon Laws)

Fascinating course, and exactly what I was looking for. Looking forward to taking more of the instructor's courses.

Tiffany Mc Evoy (Early Irish Culture & Society)

Yes. very interesting. Really informative. Extremely well structured. Very good Instructor. Deeply passionate about his subject.

Patrick Tally (Early Irish Culture & Society)

So far it's what I expected it to be, the instructor knows what he's talking about and the information is presented clearly. I'm very interested in this subject matter so I'm looking forward to continuing the course.

Emily Dougherty (Early Irish Culture & Society)

I'm a law student so this is what I need to learn.

Maura (Brehon Laws)

Very good and interesting course. Loving it!!

Abhimanyu Gawade (Irish Mythology)

Makes history come alive! Based on in-depth research with constant attention to source material, but course also presents those facts in a way that illustrates how they affected the lives and culture of the people. I live in Arizona, so far from the home of my Irish ancestors. This class helps me understand what it means to be Irish. It connects me with my roots. I purchased the entire set, doing the culture one first, and can’t wait to begin the next one, Mythology.

Donna K. Hamill (All Courses)

Really well paced and presented for anyone interested in beginning an exploration of Irish culture.

Michael Bolger (Early Irish Culture & Society)

The course has helped me massively towards my MA degree dissertation. The organization and explanation of the texts is excellent.

Liam Doyle (Irish Mythology)

Very informative and enthusiastically delivered. Definitely what I expected and more.

Trudy Carmody (Irish Mythology)

Fascinating to learn of Irish civilization. The instructor and his course are very well presented and explained.

Gary Krajewski (Early Irish Culture & Society)