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EPISODE · Mar 1, 2025 · 35 MIN

Fianna Stone

from StoneLore Podcast · host Jonathan "Wulfgar" Shears

The Fianna Stone, known to locals as the Bodach Craigh, may well be perhaps the oldest remaining test of strength known to man. Local folklore states that those being able to lift the stone would be entitled to lift the heavy spear of Morven and allow them to fight alongside the Fianna warriors.Joining me to discuss this infamous stone is Dr. Bill Crawford (@doc.roccc). Along with Martin Jancsics (@thestoneman265), Dr. Bill co-authored the book Stonelifting: An Ancient Test of Strength Revived and is also well-known due to his involvement with Rogue Fitness’ (@roguefitness) Scottish heavy athletics as well as their documentary Stoneland. Join us as we explore everything from the stone’s pre-Celtic origins, its use as a rite of passage into manhood, and the romanticized tales that give it its legendary status and mystique. Dr. Bill also shares the story of another nearby stone that helped end the Black Plague in 664 AD. All of this and more, so sit back and enjoy as we have at it, discussing all things FIANNA STONE!BE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW OUR SHOW ​​https://pod.link/1772997849

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The Fianna Stone, known to locals as the Bodach Craigh, may well be perhaps the oldest remaining test of strength known to man. Local folklore states that those being able to lift the stone would be entitled to lift the heavy spear of Morven and allow them to fight alongside the Fianna warriors.Joining me to discuss this infamous stone is Dr. Bill Crawford (@doc.roccc). Along with Martin Jancsics (@thestoneman265), Dr. Bill co-authored the book Stonelifting: An Ancient Test of Strength Revived and is also well-known due to his involvement with Rogue Fitness’ (@roguefitness) Scottish heavy athletics as well as their documentary Stoneland. Join us as we explore everything from the stone’s pre-Celtic origins, its use as a rite of passage into manhood, and the romanticized tales that give it its legendary status and mystique. Dr. Bill also shares the story of another nearby stone that helped end the Black Plague in 664 AD. All of this and more, so sit back and enjoy as we have at it, discussing all things FIANNA STONE!BE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW OUR SHOW ​​https://pod.link/1772997849

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