What is the connection between leprechauns and St. Patrick's Day?
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Leprechauns on Saint Patrick's Day

  • The leprechaun is an old Irish legend. He is like a spirit.

  • I don't think there is a direct connection. Leprechauns are based upon Irish luck fairies and the Celtic version of dwarves, which were small slimy gold hunting tricksters. St. Patrick was the person who supposedly drove out the pagan beliefs and imagery of ancient Ireland. It is likely to simply be Disney-ecse cutsieness to have some nice creatures to prance around in the parades etc.

  • There is no connection, except that they are both Irish.

  • Leprechauns and St. Patrick's Day are connected because a leprechaun is an irish symbol of good luck. Also st. patrick had good luck on his escape from the people who captured him, so i guess thats the connection ..

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