Ail Finn

Elphin's name derives from Ail Finn, meaning white or bright stone, referring to a rock from a holy well associated with St. Patrick's arrival circa 434–435 AD. According to tradition, Patrick established a monastic settlement at Corcoghlan (the earlier name) after converting Ono, a local Druid chieftain, who donated his lands and fortress. Patrick appointed Assicus, his trusted silversmith and...