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Bran (2) (3)
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
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Bran (2)
apparently a very common name in Ireland from the 7th to the 9th century, and used sometimes by itself, sometimes in composition, as Branbeg, Brandubh, etc. In 735 St. Bran of Lann-Eala died, according to the Four Masters, but really in 740 (Annr Tig.). At May 18 stands the festival of Bran-beg of Claenadh. This is Branius (or Bran), one of the seven sons of Cuimne.
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Bran (2) (3)'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/b/bran-2-3.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Bran (2) (3)'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/b/bran-2-3.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
