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Séamus Heaneys’ words of wisdom

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“Not to Learn Irish is to miss the opportunity of understanding what life in this country has meant and could mean in a better future. It is to cut oneself off from ways of being at home. If we regard self-understanding, mutual understanding, imaginative enhancement, cultural diversity and a tolerant political atmosphereas a desirable attainments, we should remember that a knowledge of the Irish language is an essential element in their realisation.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

2 Responses

    1. Hi Leah
      Apologies for the delay. Wise words indeed from a great man. i found the pic and message online . I now see that http://www.t-leine..ie (meaning tshirts) is printing it onto tshirts so you could contact them. I think this is just the words though not Seamus. Also you could email the dept of education in Ireland and ask them for a copy or contact http://www.gael-linn.ie/default.aspx?treeid=78 .they might have copy.
      Good luck Leah
      Kind regards
      Claire

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