The Cauldron of Poesy

Exploring the Lore and Possible Meaning of this Ancient Irish Poem

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Online Course exploring the Lore and possible meanings of an often misinterpreted or actively misunderstood poem, the Cauldron of Poesy, with Dagda Bard and Priest, Jon O'Sullivan (An Scéalaí Beag).


The Art of poetry was not just an expression of entertainment in ancient Ireland. It was a power, an ability that could define reality in any number of ways, not least of which was to elevate a person’s status in society to the equivalent of a Chieftain. Yet how could one achieve this power? What does it take to achieve mastery of this ability and through it a certain enlightenment?


This course will be exploring the lore of ancient Ireland as it pertains to the poetry of the Cauldron of Poesy. We will get into the history of the documents in which it appears as well as the assessments of the historians who have wrangled with this work. We will then take a step into the teacher's personally informed perspectives with regards to what any of this might mean for us in a modern Pagan practice.


This Teaching is suitable for beginners, as well as those with more experience in this area, or in other traditions. You do not have to be dedicated to or working with any Irish Gods, Guides, or Guardians to take this class.


*Due to family circumstances this class will not be delivered live, but by enrolling early you will gain access to the course material at 9pm on Sunday the 24th of April, as per the usual schedule of teaching.


WHAT DO YOU GET WHEN YOU ENROLL THIS COURSE?

Your Course access enrollment below includes access to:

  • -- Presentation & Resource Slides
  • -- Class Video
  • -- Class Audio
  • -- An Original Story by An Scéalaí Beag

You will get the unique perspective of a native Irish bard, who studies the lore of Ireland and retells those tales for a modern audience, keeping to the core values and traditions and integrating them in his own Pagan practices and Right Relationship with the Old Gods of Ireland.

This is a completely self-paced online course. (PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS NOT BEING RUN AS A LIVE CLASS!)

When you are enrolled, you will gain access to the recorded files on Sunday 24th April, and retain access to these recordings after for repeated or further study and reference. You decide when you start and when you finish.

When you enroll in this class, you are receiving lifetime access (with a full 30 day money back guarantee).

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Your Instructor


Jon O'Sullivan
Jon O'Sullivan
Jon O'Sullivan (An Scéalaí Beag) is an Irish tour guide, weaver of words, a teller of tales of his patron Deity, the Dagda, chief of the Tuatha Dé Danann.
He runs a blog, posting monthly stories - inspired by the native lore (and sometimes directly dictated by Big D himself). His Patreon gives you early access to the tales, as well as having the stories told directly to you in the form of audio downloads. He lives with his family in County Waterford, Ireland. With his partner, Lora O'Brien, he is the co-founder of the Irish Pagan School.
"It's not always easy to find the words... but when you find the right words, you can change hearts and minds." - An Scéalaí Beag

Course Curriculum


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Having little to no knowledge of the Irish pantheon of male deities, I felt that I stepped into a wonderful level of intimate experience and cultural background in a matter of a few paragraphs. From the warm and personable start to the mapping of the mythos landscape then to the examples of interlinking the Dagda to my own life journey, this is a rewarding turn down my own "path less taken." Thanks much!

Charmaine Whitney - The Dagda - Hearth Hero & Domestic Deity

Frequently Asked Questions


How long do I have to complete this course?
When you enroll in this course, you will be sent information by email (Fáilte - Your Access to the Irish Pagan School), and you can take things at your own pace from there. Your enrolled access after access date includes all recordings. This makes it a completely self-paced online course. You decide when you start and when you finish.
How long will my enrollment last for?
After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this version of the recordings for as long as you remain a member of the Irish Pagan School - across any and all devices you own. So, you can take your time, or get it all done quickly, and revisit it all whenever you want to - it's completely up to you.
What if I enroll, then change my mind?
If you are unsatisfied with your purchase for ANY reason, contact us within the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund, no questions asked. If you do require a refund, please just contact the Irish Pagan School directly, by email. We will deal with your request and refund your money with no problems!
Do I need to have Irish ancestry to study here?
No, absolutely not. We provide authentic connection to Ireland, with native or naturalised Irish teachers, for anyone who wishes to learn from us and is willing to put in the time and effort to do this properly... rather than grab a culturally appropriated quick fix.

Loved receiving this class from Jon! His approachable manner makes the lecture portion easy to take in and understand, and the content, including the resources he points learners to, will keep on giving. I'm queer and transmasculine, and so it's really important for me to learn about deities in the Irish tradition who present us with alternative models of masculinity. Thank you Jon and the IPS for bringing us this class!

Dee Straith (Dani Pacey) - The Dagda - Hearth Hero & Domestic Deity

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