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  NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Uaithne
O'Duinechair and O'Dinan, chiefs of Eoganacht Uaithne Ageamar [Owney Agamar].
Uaithne and Colmán were saddened by this advice but Colmán loved his frail wife and was not willing to risk her loss even for a larger family.
Uaithne passed away due to an illness in 1066 and Colmán followed soon afterwards, from grief it was said.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Uaithne   (213 words)

  
 Aíbell ingen Dairmata, Persona
Unfortunately, Uaithne's pregnancy was troublesome and she was often too tired to take much interest in the Inn.
In the winter of 1047, Uaithne gave birth to a son, Dairmait.
Uaithne remained weak long after the birth and the midwife suggested she bear no more children.
www.eg.bucknell.edu /~lwittie/sca/personas/persona.html   (1226 words)

  
 Ancient Origins of the Greene family name
The proximity of the areas occupied by the Uaithne tribe and the O hUaithnin families, however, appears to be close enough to suggest some connection.
This tribe is 'later identified as the Uaithne of County Limerick and Tipperary'.
The word Uaithne appears again on another map subtitled 'Lesser kingdoms and other Dynasties, 700AD', with the Dal Cais (north of Limerick) as a kingdom and Uaithne (just south of Limerick, in County Limerick) as a dynasty.
www.macadvice.com.au /greentree/green/ancientorigins.html   (1359 words)

  
 The Beginning . . . An Uaithne
It is for this reason that we should remember just how that foundation was laid and what the future holds for us to stand on.
Taking a walk back to those early beginnings the question arises, "What is An Uaithne?" In order to answer that question you have to look at the dream responsible for its creation.
"An Uaithne was the initial idea for the group name, along with a variety of far more ridiculous names", quotes Michael.
members.tripod.com /wmollon/begining.htm   (2265 words)

  
 Anuna - Music Downloads - Online
In addition to performing and recording on their own, the group has worked with Sinéad O'Connor, the Chieftains, Sting, Maire Brennan, and Elvis Costello.
According to the Belfast Times, "Anuna's live performances of medieval Celtic music have to be seen to be believed.....breathtaking...magnificent." Le Monde observed that "using crystal-clear and thunderous sounds, playing with shadows and light, the ensemble creates an atmosphere of fervent richness." Originally named An Uaithne, Unana was formed by Dublin-based composer Michael McGlynn in 1987.
Initially concentrating on performing at choral festivals and churches, they released their self-titled debut album shortly after assuming their current name and began to incorporate movement and special staging effects in 1992.
musicstore.connect.com /artist/945/Anuna/9632039.html   (370 words)

  
  Ireland's History in Maps - Tuadmumu, Kingdom of Thomond
The Eoganacht Araidh Cliach in the barony of Coonagh, the Eoghanacht Aine Cliach in the barony of Small County, and the Uaithne Cliach in the barony of Owneybeg, were all close neighbors.
Uaithne Cliach (of Cliú) was also referred to as Uaithne Beg or Uaithne Fidbaig (Fidbuide or Fidhbhaidé).
O'Duinechair and O'Dinan, chiefs of Eoganacht Uaithne Ageamar [Owney Agamar].
www.rootsweb.com /~irlkik/ihm/thomond.htm   (11547 words)

  
  FictionPress.Com Story : Adrift   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Uaithne led him through the long dimly lit main hallway, which was paneled with the same sort of dark wood that formed the façade of the building.
His train of thought was interrupted by Uaithne, who had returned to the room bearing a tray; complete with a wooden bowl and spoon, as well as the promised broth that was now perfuming the room with its faint aroma.
Uaithne was beginning to think he was the single worst monk in the history of the brotherhood.
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 Genealogies from An Leabhar Donn
Maelechlainn and Uaithne and Emann dub and Aed buide and Domnall caech clann Taidcc m.
Uaithne and Fergal and Ualgarg and Tadc clann Cathail ballaig mc.
Uaithne and Lochlainn and Donnchad and Feradach and Mailechlainn clann Cathail caeich m.
www.geocities.com /anfortas.geo/irish/LD.htm   (2340 words)

  
 The Beginning . . . An Uaithne
Taking a walk back to those early beginnings the question arises, "What is An Uaithne?" In order to answer that question you have to look at the dream responsible for its creation.
"An Uaithne was the initial idea for the group name, along with a variety of far more ridiculous names", quotes Michael.
That proved to be the working key that would help define the group from its original beginnings as An Uaithne into Anúna.
wmollon.tripod.com /begining.htm   (2265 words)

  
 History
Ua Cearbhaill (O'Carroll) and Ua Ruiarc (O'Rourke) overtook them, and slew some of their people, among whom was the son of Ua h-Ifearnain." To this entry O'Donovan subjoins a note: "Now Heffernan".
This family was seated in the territory of Uaithne Cliach, now the barony of Owney, in the north-east of the County Limerick." There were, therefore, two families or clans of Hiffernans, coming of different stocks, in Ireland, one in Brega in Meath, the other, a Dalcassian clan from Clare, in Owney, Co. Limerick.
Much controversy has centred round the origin and meaning of the name "Ifearnan", and at present there are several irreconcilable theories in the matter.
www.esatclear.ie /~dougheff/heffernan/clan_heffernan_History.html   (2098 words)

  
 magoo.com: A McGough—McMahon Connection? by Hugh McGough
Uaithne's Lough, now Lough Ooney, situated near the village of Smithborough, in the barony of Dartry and County of Monaghan.
M849.12 Caireall, son of Ruadhrach, lord of Loch Uaithne, was slain by the Conaille.
M849.13 Eochaidh, son of Cearnach, lord of Feara Rois, was slain by the foreigners.
www.magoo.com /hugh/mcmahon.html   (10003 words)

  
 Uaithne - Origin and Meaning of the name Uaithne at BabyNamesWorld
Uaithne - Origin and Meaning of the name Uaithne at BabyNamesWorld
The name meaning of Uaithne and the name origin of Uaithne have not yet been reviewed by our name experts.
Therefore we cannot be held responsible for the authenticity of the names.
www.babynamesworld.com /meaning_of_Uaithne.html   (116 words)

  
 Facts & Figures: Enchanted Objects
The magic harp of Dagda, which could fly to him, if Dagda sang to the harp.
The Fomorians had stolen Uaithne, but the harp flew back into his hand, killing nine Fomorians warriors along its flight path.
Lia Fail or "Stone of Destiny" was another treasure of the Tuatha De Danann, from the city of Falias.
www.timelessmyths.com /celtic/objects.html   (782 words)

  
 Wellsfield Farm Trout Fishery, Denny, Stirlingshire, Scotland - 1st Class Scottish Trout Fishing
Lochan Uaithne (pronounced "aitney") is named after the gaelic folklore name Uaithne, The legendary harper of Dagda.
It was covered in rich decorations including a double-headed fish which ran up and down the curved pillar and had jewels for its eyes.
Uaithne would play the harp before battle to lull their enemy into peacefulness with his music before they massacred them.
www.touristholidays.demon.co.uk /troutfishery.html   (1890 words)

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