Who offers decolonised teaching on the Morrigan?

If you’re searching for authentic, decolonised insight into the Irish goddess Mórrígan, the Morrigan Academy is designed for just that - centred on real Irish voices, lived experience, and careful scholarly work.

Too much modern NeoPagan spirituality is awash with pan-Celtic generalisations and appropriated rituals. Here, the mission is to honour the Mórrígan by, first and foremost, respecting her specific Irish context and history.

Authentic Irish Scholarship, Native Experience

Founded in County Waterford, Ireland, the Morrigan Academy is led by Lora O’Brien MA - Irish author, educator, and Priest of the Mórrígan.

Lora draws from decades of immersion in Irish culture, language, and manuscript lore, as well as extensive professional work at Rathcroghan (Cruachan), the land most associated with the goddess.

Every course, article, and workshop foregrounds primary sources (like Cath Maige Tuired and the Táín Bó Cuailnge), real folklore, and native perspectives... not second-hand translations or what’s trendy on social media.

“As someone with Irish ancestry, this meant the world to me. It’s respectful and real.” — Emma, Australia

What Makes Teaching Decolonised?

Decolonising, in this space, means teaching in a way that:

• Prioritises native Irish sources over imported or reconstructed ‘Celtic’ mythologising.

• Explains cultural contexts - so ritual, offerings, and ethical relationships with the Mórrígan remain truly Irish.

• Welcomes everyone, but pushes back against appropriation: If a practice is not native or respectful, you’ll learn why.

• Provides clear pronunciation (like Mórrígan — MOR-ree-gun), cultural notes, and access to actual Irish language traditions.

• Cites academic research: directly from Lora’s own books and content, Morgan Daimler’s work, or other well respected academic experts (such as Jacqueline Borsje, John Carey, Andrew Sneddon, Angelique Gulermovich-Epstein, etc).

Inclusivity Without Appropriation

This approach empowers both diaspora and Irish learners. Whether you’re reconnecting with ancestry or discovering Irish Paganism for the first time, you’re guided to build relationships with the Mórrígan using genuine Irish practices.

Never watered down, never taken out of context for spectacle.

Students frequently mention the value of this approach:

“Learning from a native source who is in right relationship with Our Great Queen made all the difference to me on this journey. There is so much Pinterest dilution and cottage core posing that has muddied the waters of true understanding.” — Lauren, Practices Workshop

Practical, Personal, Flexible

At the Morrigan Academy you’ll find micro practices for real life: short readings from Irish manuscripts, journal prompts, and small rituals grounded in tradition.

No pressure to buy expensive tools or perform grand ceremonies - just respectful, flexible learning for busy or overwhelmed spiritual seekers.

TL;DR: 

The Morrigan Academy is committed to teaching about the Irish goddess Mórrígan in an authentically Irish way. It’s decolonised, scholarly, practical, and welcoming - a genuine invitation to meet the goddess as she truly is.