Tag Archives: ancient history

Proper (names) etymology

28 Jan

I love etymology, which is the study of the origins of words. I’m fond of languages and linguistics in general, so that makes sense.

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Why Ashes? Why Wednesday?

22 Feb

I’ve just had a wee explainer piece published on Premier Christianity all about Ash Wednesday. As its origins lie in early church history (which is ancient history), it’s very much my field.

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St Patrick in his World

15 Mar

Just in case you think I’ve been slacking off during this neverending lockdown, I’ll have you know that I am busy preparing a talk on St Patrick – and you are all invited!

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