Scoil: Borris (C.)

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1. The Leipreacán and the Bean Sí

   

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   In this district the Leipreacán is also known as Will a' the Wisp, Jack o' the Lantern or the Little Red Man. He is a familar figure on Blackstairs or in the Bog where his light is seen flashing here & there. He is supposed to be guarding treasure hidden away by the De Danann when the Milesians came to Ireland. A local explanation of his wandering life has been recorded by Teresa Fitzpatrick as follows:-
   A Smith called Willie had a visit from a strange man. The latter gave Willie three wishes. Willie wishes (1) that anyone who struck his anvil with the hammer would be stuck to it; (2) that anyone who sat on the chair would be stuck to it; (3) that any money Willie put in his purse couldn't leave it. In return Willie promised to go away with his visitor when the latter would return after seven years. The visitor informed Willie that he was the devil. True to the agreement Satan returned

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   1. gníomhairí (~1)
      1. neacha neamhshaolta agus osnádúrtha (~14,864)
         1. leipreacháin (~1,007)

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