This stylized
version of a Christian cross frequently encountered in Ireland is called Brendan's
Cross.
It commemorates the journeys of the Irish Saint Brendan,
also known as "Brendan the Voyager." Brendan was a sixth century
Irish monk famous for his seven year sea journey to find the "Land of
Promise"
and returned with tales of a Paradise. While there is no real historical evidence
that the journey ever took place, many devotees of St. Brendan credit him
with the discovery of America.
A
medieval image depicting Brendan's journey
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