Articles related to "Celtic Tradition"
Spirits and Celtic Traditions
The context of the Merlin legends
merlin • spirit • myrrdin • celt • celts
The context of the Merlin legends
merlin • spirit • myrrdin • celt • celts
The Druids
No group in British history is more shrouded in mystery than the druids. The Greek and Latin sources that discuss them leave more questions than answers.
druids • druidic • druidic lore • celts • celtic religion
No group in British history is more shrouded in mystery than the druids. The Greek and Latin sources that discuss them leave more questions than answers.
druids • druidic • druidic lore • celts • celtic religion
Halloween Jack-o'-Lanterns
Jack-o'-Lanterns originated in ancient Celtic tradition, but carving these Halloween symbols continues to fascinate us.
halloween • jack-o’-lantern • samhain • celtic tradition • pumpkin carving
Jack-o'-Lanterns originated in ancient Celtic tradition, but carving these Halloween symbols continues to fascinate us.
halloween • jack-o’-lantern • samhain • celtic tradition • pumpkin carving
Holly Tree Characteristics and Species
Sprigs of holly are a symbol of Christmas. Santa wears one and many a home is decked in holly for the holidays. But where does holly grow and what kind of plant is it?
ilex • ilex aquifolium • holly berries • english holly • american holly
Sprigs of holly are a symbol of Christmas. Santa wears one and many a home is decked in holly for the holidays. But where does holly grow and what kind of plant is it?
ilex • ilex aquifolium • holly berries • english holly • american holly
The Lore of Christmas Holly
Steeped in lore, holly represents one of the Christmas season's most ancient traditions.
holly • christmas evergreens • winter solstice • celtic traditions • holly king
Steeped in lore, holly represents one of the Christmas season's most ancient traditions.
holly • christmas evergreens • winter solstice • celtic traditions • holly king
Media images of Avalon
A review of the recent TNT mini-series
mists • of • avalon • mists of avalon • arthur
A review of the recent TNT mini-series
mists • of • avalon • mists of avalon • arthur
Sabbats - Pagan Fire Festivals
Pagan holidays celebrate changing seasons and the cycle of life. Greater Sabbats are Samhain, Imbolc, Beltane and Lughnasadh; Lesser Sabbats, solstices and equinoxes.
pagan sabbats • pagan fire festivals • shamanic holidays • greater sabbats • lesser sabbats
Pagan holidays celebrate changing seasons and the cycle of life. Greater Sabbats are Samhain, Imbolc, Beltane and Lughnasadh; Lesser Sabbats, solstices and equinoxes.
pagan sabbats • pagan fire festivals • shamanic holidays • greater sabbats • lesser sabbats
Samhain and Halloween in Britain and Ireland
Millions of people still celebrate the Halloween festival that takes place on October 31st, and this article describes its history and traditions.
halloween tradition • halloween history • samhain and halloween • day of the dead • pagan tradition
Millions of people still celebrate the Halloween festival that takes place on October 31st, and this article describes its history and traditions.
halloween tradition • halloween history • samhain and halloween • day of the dead • pagan tradition
Halloween History and Origins
As the masses disguise themselves in ghoulish attire and beg for candy, they should give Halloween meaning by familiarizing themselves with the holiday's origins.
halloween • all hallows eve • all saints day • trick or treat • costumes
As the masses disguise themselves in ghoulish attire and beg for candy, they should give Halloween meaning by familiarizing themselves with the holiday's origins.
halloween • all hallows eve • all saints day • trick or treat • costumes
Yule: Origins and Customs
Yule is the name for the pagan festival which celebrates the Winter Solstice and many present day customs originate from those traditions.
yule • yule correspondences • yule customs and origins • winter solstice • sun king
Yule is the name for the pagan festival which celebrates the Winter Solstice and many present day customs originate from those traditions.
yule • yule correspondences • yule customs and origins • winter solstice • sun king
The Celts and Carew Castle
This article is the first in a series of articles about Carew Castle in Pembrokeshire, Wales. This beautiful castle has a long and glorious history and is a jewel in the picturesque Welsh countryside. This is a castle near and dear to my heart because it has a place in my ancestral history as well. I hope you enjoy the history of this wonderful castle
carew • castle • wales • history • celts
This article is the first in a series of articles about Carew Castle in Pembrokeshire, Wales. This beautiful castle has a long and glorious history and is a jewel in the picturesque Welsh countryside. This is a castle near and dear to my heart because it has a place in my ancestral history as well. I hope you enjoy the history of this wonderful castle
carew • castle • wales • history • celts
A Brief Biography of Donovan
Donovan's main aim was to teach others through song; "I was obsessed with my mission to present bohemian ideas in a pop music frame".
donovan leitch biography • donovan biography • donovan and folk music • donovan and psychedelic music • donovan and bob dylan
Donovan's main aim was to teach others through song; "I was obsessed with my mission to present bohemian ideas in a pop music frame".
donovan leitch biography • donovan biography • donovan and folk music • donovan and psychedelic music • donovan and bob dylan
Celtic Wedding Dresses for a Fairytale Wedding
Elegant Celtic wedding dresses are perfect for brides wanting to get married in a castle, the ideal setting for a true fairytale wedding.
celtic wedding dresses • medieval wedding gowns • castle weddings • celtic wedding gown • medieval wedding dress
Elegant Celtic wedding dresses are perfect for brides wanting to get married in a castle, the ideal setting for a true fairytale wedding.
celtic wedding dresses • medieval wedding gowns • castle weddings • celtic wedding gown • medieval wedding dress
Fantasy and the Magickal World
An introduction to upcoming magickal articles.
magickal • merlin • spirits • faeries • fairies
An introduction to upcoming magickal articles.
magickal • merlin • spirits • faeries • fairies
Having A Celtic Knot Wedding
Those craving something a little less traditional for their nuptials will love the idea of a Celtic knot wedding. Here are some great ways to go Celtic for your big day.
celtic knot weddings • celtic wedding rings • celtic wedding venue • celtic wedding ceremony • celtic handfasting ceremony
Those craving something a little less traditional for their nuptials will love the idea of a Celtic knot wedding. Here are some great ways to go Celtic for your big day.
celtic knot weddings • celtic wedding rings • celtic wedding venue • celtic wedding ceremony • celtic handfasting ceremony
May Day: Celebration of Spring
In the Northern hemisphere, "May Day" or the first day of May celebrates spring and the coming of summer. This celebration has its roots in ancient spring festivals.
history 1 may day • origin labor international workers • pagan spring fertility summer festival • beltaine beltane • celtic gaelic bonfire ritual
In the Northern hemisphere, "May Day" or the first day of May celebrates spring and the coming of summer. This celebration has its roots in ancient spring festivals.
history 1 may day • origin labor international workers • pagan spring fertility summer festival • beltaine beltane • celtic gaelic bonfire ritual
The History of Halloween
Every year on October 31st, we dress up in costumes and head out for trick-or-treating. This is the modern tradition of Halloween. But where did this tradition originate (come from)? Is it a time to worship the devil or demons? Is it just an ancient pagan ritual? Let’s find out.
halloween • halloween traditions • history for children • history of halloween • all hallows day
Every year on October 31st, we dress up in costumes and head out for trick-or-treating. This is the modern tradition of Halloween. But where did this tradition originate (come from)? Is it a time to worship the devil or demons? Is it just an ancient pagan ritual? Let’s find out.
halloween • halloween traditions • history for children • history of halloween • all hallows day
The Sabbat Beltane
Beltane is a Pagan celebration in May that focuses on love, fertility, and purification.
beltane • maypole • sabbats • beltane ritual • bel
Beltane is a Pagan celebration in May that focuses on love, fertility, and purification.
beltane • maypole • sabbats • beltane ritual • bel
Welsh Love Spoons a Traditional Love Token
Welsh love spoons evolved from ordinary wooden spoons used in cooking and to eat a traditional cawl but came to represent love, faithfulness and a desire to stay as one.
welsh love spoons • wales • love tokens • courtship • welsh crafts
Welsh love spoons evolved from ordinary wooden spoons used in cooking and to eat a traditional cawl but came to represent love, faithfulness and a desire to stay as one.
welsh love spoons • wales • love tokens • courtship • welsh crafts
Beltane, Pagan Spring Celebration
It's a Sabbat of fertility and renewal, a joyful celebration on May First with dancing, feasting and the traditional Maypole.
beltane • pagan • wiccan • druid • sabbat
It's a Sabbat of fertility and renewal, a joyful celebration on May First with dancing, feasting and the traditional Maypole.
beltane • pagan • wiccan • druid • sabbat
Celebrating Easter in a Recession
Creating meaning in the season of bunnies and eggs doesn't take money. Here are some hard-time tips for personal growth and family fun.
meaningful easter celebrations • family responses to economic crisis • making rituals for easter • easter and other religious traditions • celebrating the equinox
Creating meaning in the season of bunnies and eggs doesn't take money. Here are some hard-time tips for personal growth and family fun.
meaningful easter celebrations • family responses to economic crisis • making rituals for easter • easter and other religious traditions • celebrating the equinox
Deer, Pagan Symbol of Gentleness
In Native American symbolism, Deer is female. She conquered humans' fear of journeying to Great Spirit's Lodge. Celts gave Stag a different representation.
deer pagan symbol of gentleness • celtic symbolism • hind symbolism • stag symbolism • native american symbolism
In Native American symbolism, Deer is female. She conquered humans' fear of journeying to Great Spirit's Lodge. Celts gave Stag a different representation.
deer pagan symbol of gentleness • celtic symbolism • hind symbolism • stag symbolism • native american symbolism
English Legendary Creatures Costume Ideas
For an Old World Halloween party, English folktales with their mystical creatures are a source of inspiration for party goers or hosts looking for costume ideas.
english legendary creatures • costume ideas • mystical creature • halloween • legendary creature of england
For an Old World Halloween party, English folktales with their mystical creatures are a source of inspiration for party goers or hosts looking for costume ideas.
english legendary creatures • costume ideas • mystical creature • halloween • legendary creature of england
Hilda 7th Century Abbess of Whitby
Hilda of Whitby, a member of the Northumbrian royal family ruled a monastery of monks and nuns, holding power in a time when few women carried out important roles.
hilda abbess of whitby in seventh century • first ruler at whitby abbey • st hilda of whitby • venerable bede author of ecclesiastical history of • important medieval women
Hilda of Whitby, a member of the Northumbrian royal family ruled a monastery of monks and nuns, holding power in a time when few women carried out important roles.
hilda abbess of whitby in seventh century • first ruler at whitby abbey • st hilda of whitby • venerable bede author of ecclesiastical history of • important medieval women
Holy Wells, Mystical Wells
Celtic holy well traditions, and St. Winefride's Well
wells • holy • winefride • holywell • gwenfrewi
Celtic holy well traditions, and St. Winefride's Well
wells • holy • winefride • holywell • gwenfrewi
Pagan Roots of Easter Customs
At Easter time, children go on egg hunts looking for eggs the Easter bunny hid. Women and girls wear corsages. Traditional foods are eaten at Easter dinner.
pagan • shamanism • beltane • easter • rabbit
At Easter time, children go on egg hunts looking for eggs the Easter bunny hid. Women and girls wear corsages. Traditional foods are eaten at Easter dinner.
pagan • shamanism • beltane • easter • rabbit
The Celtic Triskele Pattern
The Triskele (from the Greek for three-legged) is an ancient pattern from Neolithic and Bronze-Age Celtic history with resonance in the modern world.
celtic triskele pattern • triple spiral • three spirals • spiral symbol • ancient celtic designs
The Triskele (from the Greek for three-legged) is an ancient pattern from Neolithic and Bronze-Age Celtic history with resonance in the modern world.
celtic triskele pattern • triple spiral • three spirals • spiral symbol • ancient celtic designs
Variations of NeoPagan Traditions
As many religions have different persuasions, so does Wicca, reflecting individual paths. No one pure system of beliefs is the right one for all people to follow.
wiccan traditions • neopagan traditions • wiccan branches • stregheria • seax-wicca
As many religions have different persuasions, so does Wicca, reflecting individual paths. No one pure system of beliefs is the right one for all people to follow.
wiccan traditions • neopagan traditions • wiccan branches • stregheria • seax-wicca
Wolf - Influential Pagan Symbol
Wolf has a reputation which is undeserved as a fearsome creature. This totem imparts learning, wisdom and access to Higher Self.
symbolism of wolf • wolf influential pagan symbol • wolf is teacher • wolf is pathfinder • wolf totem
Wolf has a reputation which is undeserved as a fearsome creature. This totem imparts learning, wisdom and access to Higher Self.
symbolism of wolf • wolf influential pagan symbol • wolf is teacher • wolf is pathfinder • wolf totem
Cornwall's St Ives Bay Railway
A branch railway links the main London-Penzance line with St Ives, a renowned artists' centre and one of England's most attractive seaside towns.
st ives bay railway • st ives branch line • scenic branch line • st erth to st ives • lelant saltings
A branch railway links the main London-Penzance line with St Ives, a renowned artists' centre and one of England's most attractive seaside towns.
st ives bay railway • st ives branch line • scenic branch line • st erth to st ives • lelant saltings
Happy Marmota Monax Day
Celebration of the world's greatest weather predicting rodent - the groundhog
groundhog • rodent • woodchuck • hedgehog • weather-predicting
Celebration of the world's greatest weather predicting rodent - the groundhog
groundhog • rodent • woodchuck • hedgehog • weather-predicting
History of Halloween and Halloween Traditions
Halloween, or Hallowe'en, has its roots in the Celtic harvest festival of Samhain, and it has an entire mythical and superstitious cast of traditions and trappings.
halloween • history of halloween • halloween traditions • halloween costumes • jack-o-lanterns
Halloween, or Hallowe'en, has its roots in the Celtic harvest festival of Samhain, and it has an entire mythical and superstitious cast of traditions and trappings.
halloween • history of halloween • halloween traditions • halloween costumes • jack-o-lanterns
History of the Welsh Language, Part 3
After Owain Glyndwr's rebellion, the Acts of Union ensured the subordination of the Welsh language...until the Welsh Bible and the spread of Methodism brought it to the forefront again.
wales • welsh • cymraeg • welsh bible • beibl cymraeg
After Owain Glyndwr's rebellion, the Acts of Union ensured the subordination of the Welsh language...until the Welsh Bible and the spread of Methodism brought it to the forefront again.
wales • welsh • cymraeg • welsh bible • beibl cymraeg
How Did Ancient Pagans Celebrate Hallowe'en?
Hallowe'en is celebrated by giving thanks and honoring the dead. Some Celts had a three day celebration, believing Samhain was the 'tween time between summer and winter.
hallowe’en celebration • pagan hallowe’en celebration • celtic hallowe’en celebration • samhain hallowe’en celebration • pagan hallowe’en rituals
Hallowe'en is celebrated by giving thanks and honoring the dead. Some Celts had a three day celebration, believing Samhain was the 'tween time between summer and winter.
hallowe’en celebration • pagan hallowe’en celebration • celtic hallowe’en celebration • samhain hallowe’en celebration • pagan hallowe’en rituals
Lammas: August 1st
Lammas is another Christian festival with its origins in the old religion of the Celts
lammas • michaelmas • lugh • lughnasadh • lughnasa
Lammas is another Christian festival with its origins in the old religion of the Celts
lammas • michaelmas • lugh • lughnasadh • lughnasa
More Yuletide Lore
Even more trivia about this festive time of year.
christmas • yule • wassail • drinkhail • mistletoe
Even more trivia about this festive time of year.
christmas • yule • wassail • drinkhail • mistletoe
Sacred waters
Home of mermaids, goddesses, and Ladies of the Lake
water • mermaids • mermaid • sulis • minerva
Home of mermaids, goddesses, and Ladies of the Lake
water • mermaids • mermaid • sulis • minerva
The Vanishing People
Penelope Larkspur and illustrator Leslie Elizabeth Watts created a magical guidebook for understanding fairy folk in <u>The Secret Life of Fairies</u>. But the fairies are not as common as they once were. This picture book helps preserve some of fairy life, customs, and culture.
fairy • faery • faeries • fairies • fairy tale
Penelope Larkspur and illustrator Leslie Elizabeth Watts created a magical guidebook for understanding fairy folk in <u>The Secret Life of Fairies</u>. But the fairies are not as common as they once were. This picture book helps preserve some of fairy life, customs, and culture.
fairy • faery • faeries • fairies • fairy tale
To Bless the Space Between Us by John O'Donohue
The author of the bestselling Anam Cara wrote a collection of blessings to help and encourage readers of all faiths through the events and experiences of their lives.
to bless the space between us • john o'donohue • blessings • anam cara • soul friend
The author of the bestselling Anam Cara wrote a collection of blessings to help and encourage readers of all faiths through the events and experiences of their lives.
to bless the space between us • john o'donohue • blessings • anam cara • soul friend
Under the Mistletoe
The history, folklore, and uses of mistletoe
mistletoe • phoradendron • viscum • christmas greens
The history, folklore, and uses of mistletoe
mistletoe • phoradendron • viscum • christmas greens
Mythical Trees and Spirits of the Woods
A brief discussion of plant-based folkloric creatures and monsters.
barnacle • barometz • bestiary • birch • celtic
A brief discussion of plant-based folkloric creatures and monsters.
barnacle • barometz • bestiary • birch • celtic
The Beginning and Ending of Trees
Trees, tall and short, grow silently in backyards, parks and hills. These beautiful, towering organisms have been around since the beginning of time. People love trees, sometimes worship them, and other times obliterate all the trees they can. What is it with trees?
beginning ending trees • sharon west • history trees • knowledge good evil • grove
Trees, tall and short, grow silently in backyards, parks and hills. These beautiful, towering organisms have been around since the beginning of time. People love trees, sometimes worship them, and other times obliterate all the trees they can. What is it with trees?
beginning ending trees • sharon west • history trees • knowledge good evil • grove
The Mermaids of Celtic Lands
To the Celts, mermaids are part of daily life
mermaid • mermaids • merfolk • mermen • merman
To the Celts, mermaids are part of daily life
mermaid • mermaids • merfolk • mermen • merman
Venerable Vervain
Vervain's lore and usage as a medicinal - and magical! - herb was ancient even in Egyptian times, and its value remains just as potent today. See why Vervain is a must for every kind of herbal practitioner...
vervain • herb of grace • verbena • verbena officinalis • verbena hastata
Vervain's lore and usage as a medicinal - and magical! - herb was ancient even in Egyptian times, and its value remains just as potent today. See why Vervain is a must for every kind of herbal practitioner...
vervain • herb of grace • verbena • verbena officinalis • verbena hastata
Wheel of the Year 101: Lammas/Lughnasadh
A beginner's overview of Lammas or Lughnasadh, the fifth Sabbat of the Wheel (starting with Imbolc). Fifth in the ongoing series of introductory essays on the Wiccan sabbats.
lammas • lughnasadh • wheat weaving • thanksgiving • dying god
A beginner's overview of Lammas or Lughnasadh, the fifth Sabbat of the Wheel (starting with Imbolc). Fifth in the ongoing series of introductory essays on the Wiccan sabbats.
lammas • lughnasadh • wheat weaving • thanksgiving • dying god
Angels
What or who are the angels?
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What or who are the angels?
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The Magic of Sound: Produced, Engineered and Mixed
Sound has affected our world in a mysterious way since the dawn of time. This is a brief examination of sound through history, from singing stones to church bells to the ancient 43-tone musical scale.
sound • music • singing • bells • chanting
Sound has affected our world in a mysterious way since the dawn of time. This is a brief examination of sound through history, from singing stones to church bells to the ancient 43-tone musical scale.
sound • music • singing • bells • chanting
Interview with Teresa Edgerton Part 2
This is the second part to an interview begun last week with Fantasy author Teresa Edgerton.
This is the second part to an interview begun last week with Fantasy author Teresa Edgerton.
Trick or Treat? Spooky Middle-Earth
J.R.R. Tolkien brushed most of the major Western holidays with his imaginary history. It's a shame he passed over Halloween. Or did he?
halloween • samhain • celtic festival • tolkien • middle-earth
J.R.R. Tolkien brushed most of the major Western holidays with his imaginary history. It's a shame he passed over Halloween. Or did he?
halloween • samhain • celtic festival • tolkien • middle-earth
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