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Profile Of A Belief System -- Celtic Paganism
http//members.aol.com/porchnus/beliefs/celtic.htm Beliefs - celtic paganism Profileof a Belief System by MamaBEE6 A Profile of celtic paganism
http://members.aol.com/porchfour/beliefs/celtic.htm

Extractions: incense and candles in their rites and practices. Celtic Pagans believe that different herbs, stones, incense or candles have different attributes, and that combining certain materials can strengthen a spell or ritual. A wonderful web site for explanations of incense, candle colors, stones, etc., is given below [ 1]. Celtic pagans are polytheistic, which means that we believe in many deities, and, like the candle colors, stones, etc., they each have their own attributes. For instance, for protection, you would call upon Merlin, for serenity you would call on Rhiannon, for creativity, Druantia. Above all, our strongest belief is in the great mother, Danu (a.k.a. mother nature). The main difference between Celtic paganism and some other pagan beliefs is that the female deity is considered more important and more powerful.
Druids And Druidry - Books On The Art Of Natural Magic
Druids. Books on celtic paganism.
http://www.dropbears.com/b/broughsbooks/culture/druids.htm
Sacred Triskele - Why Wicca Is NOT Celtic Paganism
ierne. Why Wicca is not celtic paganism Version 2.5, ©1999 by EponaPerry. Last modified Novemebr 15, 1999. This article may be
http://www.sacredtriskele.net/why.html

Extractions: *note from ierne* I've caught some flak for re-printing this article here. Not because of the author, but because I've apparently breached my integrity by posting someone's point of view. Read some books people - Celtic Wicca as it is today did not exist in the Bronze Age. For pity's sake, even Celtic Paganism outlined as such below wasn't considered "paganism" then. Everyone is allowed their own opinion, and if I happen to post something on my own website that I find interesting - too bad. Oh, and despite my being an editor - it was NOT my place to edit this. All spelling and grammatical errors are as they were in the copy I was emailed. ~ierne Why Wicca is not Celtic Paganism of knowledge contained in Celtic Mythology. These sources present their own problems when trying to accurately asses the cultural and spiritural practices of the ancient Celts, and those who follow the Celtic path must dedicate themselves to careful examination of what we do know and continual study.
Celtic Paganism
celtic paganism. Taliesin. Taliesin is actually a title but is now mostoften used to refer to the 6th century Welsh druid Gwion Bach.
http://www.nfld.com/~dalton/celtic.html

Extractions: Taliesin is actually a title but is now most often used to refer to the 6th century Welsh druid Gwion Bach. His writing is the only so far in which I have found and actual reference to the 11-year cycle; i.e., he lived to a ripe old age for then and figured it out. Others other than him refer to the five month cycle but he quite precisely refers to a period of eight score muses, which in days is 5.5 lunar months. So I highly respect my possible ancestor's scientific skills. In this subsection I often refer to the book Taliesin: Shamanism and the Bardic Mysteries in Britain and Ireland by John Matthews (with additional material by Caitlin Matthews). The Aquarian Press/an imprint of Harper Collins, 1991 ISBN 1-85538-109-5. In Taliesin's transformational sequence he spends time in the belly of a hen, which may be related to the period of depression a few years before the first "seven score muses" shamanic initiation manic episode. Also his patron Elffin is described as having bread under the fingernails, which i believe refers to waning crescent moon. His inspiration comes at the last few drops of the cauldron, so before the crack of the cauldron at new moon, and then he must run or seek to avoid the goddess's wrath after new moon. He is found in a net, which is very like my pulling on a net (not sure if it was Haida, oops, Musqueam shellfish) after my sundance that left me floating in the water near the net.
Celtic Paganism
celtic paganism. Celtic Lore, Celtic Deities. The CelticArchive, Epona's celtic Links. Downloadable Celtic Info.
http://home.earthlink.net/~slopdawg/Pagan/9paths/links/celtic/celtic.html
Celtic Paganism
celtic paganism. Home People_and_Society Spirituality_and_Religion More_Religions Paganism celtic paganism Your Subject Search For celtic paganism
http://www.joeant.com/DIR/cat/4403/Celtic_Paganism
Omphalos - The Directory And Search Engine For Witchcraft & Paganism
http//www.geocities.com/tyghet/; O'Dubhain's Cauldron Pagan Best of theWeb Award Winner This is an excellent resource on celtic paganism.
http://www.omphalos.net/directory/paganism_and_spirituality/celtic/
Recommended Reading (especially For Celtic Paganism) Ancient
Recommended Reading (especially for celtic paganism) Ancient Celts History,Archaelogy, Mythology The Celts - TGE Powell; Pre-Christian
http://cvb.drawbridge.com/music/moors/paganinfo/reading_right.html

Extractions: Recommended Reading (especially for Celtic Paganism) Ancient Celts - History, Archaelogy, Mythology The Celts - T.G.E. Powell Pre-Christian Ireland - Peter Harbison Pagan Celtic Britain - Anne Ross (just re-issued - excellent, in-depth scholarly overview of Celtic sacred concepts, Deities, land, animals) The Druids - Stuart Piggott (conservative but reliable interpretation of the evidence) Celtic Heritage - Rees (excellent for deep understanding of the many components and symbolism of Celtic and Indo-European mythology) The World of the Druids - Miranda Green The Druids - Peter B. Ellis (better for more advanced students who can discern between theories and probabilities) Roman Britain - S. Ireland Caesar - The Conquest of Gaul Tacitus - The Agricola and the Germania The Celts - Gerhard Herm (history) ** The Pagan Religions of the Ancient British Isles - Ronald Hutton (A very in-depth and incredibly well-researched overview of the actual evidence for religious practices in the British Isles. Most highly recommended especially for those who seek the truth, not fantasy, and whose schema can take some re- adjustment to the truth. Excellent chapters on the time of Stonehenge, the Celts, up to modern Neo-Paganism, Modern Witchcraft and Goddess Worship. (Ignore his dismissal of the Green Man) As a fellow teacher of Celtic studies has said, ñHe is at his best when presenting evidence, not theoriesî. It's a gem - One of a kind!) Early Irish Myths and Sagas - edited by Jeffrey Gantz
Avenging Aardvark's Aerie Celtic Christianity
Patrick; Colmcille (aka Columba); Columbanus. celtic paganism. Much of whatis claimed for celtic paganism's beliefs and traditions is a scam.
http://www.enteract.com/~mpavlac/celtic.htm
Ariadnespider: Pagan/Celtic
Pàganach Dubh Seeking the Dark Side of celtic paganism A Celtic Pagan site withleanings towards Reconstructionist and Traditionalist paths, focusing on the
http://www.ariadnespider.com/Pagan/Celtic/more2.html

Extractions: Make Us Your Start Page Add Modify New ... Celtic : Page 2 AriadneSpider Pagan Search: Pagan: Celtic Moonstone Circle - EcoFeminist Celtic Reconstructionist Pagans. Webhome of authors Kathryn Theatana, Paul Pigman, and other members of the tribe. Satire, articles, original artwork. (Added: 2000-06-01 Hits: 42 Rating: 10.00 Votes: 2) Rate It Report Dead Link Morrigans Cairn - Celtic and Pre-celtic pictish witchcraft. Non-Celtic Recon-ish Site. Free Tuatha De Dannan Email, links too great celtic sites, toplists and more. (Added: 2001-07-05 Hits: 29 Rating: 4.00 Votes: 3) Rate It Report Dead Link Nemeton Eponas (The Grove of Epona) - A site dedicated to Continental Celtic druidism and religion, and also contains information on Continental Celtic society, culture, language, etc. (Added: 2001-07-06 Hits: 20 Rating: 2.00 Votes: 1) Rate It Report Dead Link Nemeton Gwynvyd - A pan-Celtic, former Welsh fam-trad, Trefn Gwyddoniad home page features our Seeker's Guide, including philosophy, altar tools, gods, metaphysics. Structure includes the Colleges of Druid, Vatis and Bard. In US since 1792. (Added: 2000-08-26 Hits: 43 Rating: 0.00 Votes: 0)
Clann Coille Na Gealaiche : Links :
celtic paganism Writings. Paganach Dubh Darker side of celtic paganism. (HighlyRecommended); A Wiccan viewpoint on celtic reconstructionalist pagans.
http://users.indigo.net.au/darke/treubh/menu_links.html
The Sacred Fire - Celtic Links
Celtic Links. Old celtic paganism Links.
http://www.sacredfire.net/links_pagan.html
Mostly Medieval - Exploring The Middle Ages - The Celtic Church
day life. celtic paganism recognized both gods and goddesses who appearedin nature as trees, animals or natural forces. The main
http://skell.org/SKELL/celtch.htm

Extractions: Ancient traditional prayer After the fall of the Roman Empire, an indigenous form of Christianity developed in the British Isles which was regarded by Rome with great mistrust. It celebrated the divine spirit in all living creatures and plants as well as in the human soul. Its legendary figures were hermits who lived in the forests, befriending the animals and birds and pilgrims who traveled into remote areas to spread the gospel. To both pagan and Christian Celts, religion was not removed from the activities of every day life. Celtic paganism recognized both gods and goddesses who appeared in nature as trees, animals or natural forces. The main places of worship were in holy hills, springs, rivers, lakes, trees and in forests. Pagan Celtic spirituality embraced a connection between the material world and "otherworldly" realms. The transition from pagan practices and ideas of worship to Christianity was a moderate process which culminated in nature being seen as the handiwork of God rather than something with divine power in its own right. Over the years, Celtic ancestral holy places were altered gradually by Christian worship. Aspects of Celtic paganism that were not unacceptable were absorbed, while other elements were discouraged. The local legends of the old gods, goddesses and heroes were gradually reworked as episodes from the lives of Christian saints. Thus, the new Christian religion did not disrupt traditional society, but maintained its continuity and stability. The main change from paganism to Christianity came from the exclusion of women from most of their traditional religious roles. In the Christian church there was no place for priestesses or goddesses.
Celtic Pagan FAQ
First, I must stress that the celtic paganism discussed in this FAQ is a *Modern*religion and not a direct representation of the religion practiced by the
http://www.celticcallings.com/resources/celtic_traditions/celtic_pagan_faq.htm

Extractions: First, I must stress that the Celtic Paganism discussed in this FAQ is a *Modern* religion and not a direct representation of the religion practiced by the ancient Celts. Properly, modern Celtic Pagans should refer to themselves as Neo-Celts or Modern Celts and their religion and practices as Neo-Celtic Paganism or Modern Celtic Paganism or Celtic Reconstructionalists. However, it is generally understood that when someone calls themselves a Celtic Pagan, they understand that they are not practicing the *original* religion of the Celts, but rather a modern version of it. For the sake of this article, we will simply use the general term of 'Celtic Pagan' understanding that we are talking about Modern Celtic Paganism. This is a list of Celtic Pagan Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). Like Neo-Paganism as a whole, Modern Celtic Paganism also contains much diversity (though in a much narrower scope) and therefore these answers may not fit everyone's view of Modern Celtic Paganism. However, I tried to keep my answers as broad as possible, to fit as many different traditions as possible. Many of the thoughts and ideas came from the lovely people on the CELTIC_P mailing list , whom I have credited in direct instances and whom I thank as a whole for their valuable feedback in this endeavor.
Topica Email List Directory
We explore such topics such as magick and the Deities that are worshippedin celtic paganism. Members are welcomed who are of any
http://www.topica.com/dir/?cid=323
Topica Email List Directory
List Name, A list to discuss the many different aspects of celtic paganismand spirituality (Celtic Dreams). Purpose A list to discuss
http://www.topica.com/lists/celticdreams/?cid=323
Medea's Chariot Celtic
Celtic Studies and Celtic Christianity A collection of links and academic textson the relationship between ancient celtic paganism and its transition and
http://www.medeaschariot.com/celtic/
Is Wicca Celtic? - Wild Goose Celtic Spirituality
While these statements are made with good intent, they have little reallife practicein the context of celtic paganism, in which we find a heroic morality
http://www.users.bigpond.com/wild.goose/celtic_wicca.html

Extractions: Healing Woman After finding numerous referrals to Wicca on my Celtic quest I thought it was time to examine if Wicca is of Celtic origin, and if so, how it relates to the Celts. The Wicca religion, I discovered, certainly contains elements of Celtic mythology, folk magic and religious belief, but its basic tenets and beliefs however, are radically different from those of Celtic beliefs. Wicca and Witchcraft Witches and Wiccans aren't always the same thing and, as with any other "type" of person, there are good people and there are evil people. Most Wiccans believe they practice their magick with a good heart, and don't purposely seek to do harm. Wiccans believe their magick spells are somewhat like prayers, used to create needed change in one's own life or the life of a loved one. Spells such as those which use love magic to gain the attention of a specific individual, or curses, are considered "manipulative". Most Wiccans believe that anything manipulative, that goes against the free will of another, is considered wrong. Many other pagan paths have similar codes of conduct based upon the tenets of their tradition or belief and almost all believe that the responsibility for their actions will lie with them.
Bomis: The Faiths And Beliefs/Paganism/Traditions/Celtic Ring
8. The Celtic Cauldron. An extensive site devoted to educating the public aboutand providing resources for celtic paganism. www.celticcauldron.com.
http://www.bomis.com/rings/Mtraditions-celtic-society/
Celticpagans - Community Info
herbs, etc. 4) Keeping on Topic. Not every post that goes into thisjournal has to be related to celtic paganism. Perhaps you have
http://www.livejournal.com/userinfo.bml?user=celticpagans

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