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The Trinity Knot brief Info and History

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Celtic men and women loved jewelry of all kinds - brooches, buckles, necklaces, torques, pendants, pins, and bracelets have survived the Ages. Today we celebrate Celtic culture with jewelry based upon aspects of the Celtic heritage, from the romantic Claddagh designed by Richard Joyce in the 17th century and the Trinity knot used by St. Patrick to demonstrate the meaning of the Holy Trinity, to the majestic High Crosses of the 8-12th centuries.

With its three-lobbed yet singular design, The Trinity knot has arguably become the flagship of all Celtic knotwork. Used as a Christian symbol for over 150 years, the Trinity knot symbolizes three inseparable essences formed from a single strand weaving gracefully into and out of itself. The number three held a sacred meaning to the Celts, and the Trinity knot in its eloquent simplicity can be interpreted to symbolize many triumvirates- examples include Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, earth, air, and water, or past, present, and future. A seamless blend of Celtic and Christian heritage, this modest little knot has been found on carved stones in Northern Europe dating as early as the 8th century, and bears a passing similarity to a Norse rune calles "Odin's Knot". The Trinity knot has also been coloured- red for power, faith, language, and sacrifice, green symbolizing the colour of plants and trees and suggesting the hope of eternal life, and blue for trust and faith. One modern interpretation of the Trinity knot is the love knot.

We use many examples of traditional knotwork in our jewelry to create inspirational pieces which will uplift, delight, and encourage all who wear them. It is our purpose to offer the very best in traditional design with an innovative edge. All of our designs are prayerfully offered to you with confidence, care, and blessings. May these beautiful, unique pieces bring you much joy in the wearing, and instill a sense of Celtic history and tradition in your life.


Guide ID: 10000000004013549Guide created: 07/13/07 (updated 05/15/09)

 
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