| E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898. |
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The head of the chief rebel of Dublin, set on a tall white-painted stake on the highest point of Dublin Castle, where it remains till it falls to decay or is replaced by the head of a greater rebel. The Irish say: “God send to Dublin many more astronomers.” | 1 |
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| “His head is poled high |
| Upon the castle here, |
| Beholding stars as though he were |
| A great astronomer.” | |
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