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Tree Folklore for a Celtic Spring
Spring is here! At least on the Celtic calendar. Discover the trees and folklore of a Celtic Spring.
Christine Dorman
Feb 38 min read
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The Significance of Horses in Celtic Culture and Folklore
Horses may not immediately spring to mind when I say "Celts." But they should.
Christine Dorman
Dec 29, 20247 min read
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Celtic Herbs for Lughnasa
Celebrate the ancient Celtic fire festival with the magic of herbs.
Christine Dorman
Aug 3, 20247 min read
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Counting Cows: The Significance of Cattle in Celtic Culture and Folklore
The significance of cattle in Celtic culture shows up in folk traditions, mythology, and even wages and legal fines!
Christine Dorman
Jul 5, 20246 min read
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Notable Mothers of Celtic Folklore
From a mother who dies so others can eat to a mother who makes a thunderstorm to stop her son’s wedding, Celtic folklore mothers aren't dull
Christine Dorman
May 10, 20247 min read
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Ancient Celtic Women: Fierce and Free? Fact or Fiction?
Did ancient Celtic women really have more rights than their Greek and Roman contemporaries? Did they actually go to battle? Find out here!
Christine Dorman
Apr 12, 20246 min read
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Irish Faerie Origins: The Tuatha de Danann
The Tuatha de Danann are said to be the magical race who’ve become known as Irish faeries. Find out about them in this week’s post.
Christine Dorman
Mar 9, 20245 min read
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Where’d That Come From: 7 Celtic Origin Stories
Celtic folklore overflows with stories explaining the origin of things. Here are some of my favorites.
Christine Dorman
Feb 9, 20247 min read
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Mystical, Mythic, and Magical Sites in Ireland
If the words mystical, mythic, or magical resonate within your soul, your next vacation needs to be to Ireland.
Christine Dorman
Jan 13, 20247 min read
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Take an Arthurian Legend Vacation in Wales
Dreaming about a vacation? Do you love Arthurian legend? If you answered yes to either question, consider exploring Wales.
Christine Dorman
Dec 29, 20237 min read
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Celtic Folklore Woven into Winter
Some things we associate with Christmas, such as mistletoe and holly, actually have their roots in ancient Celtic folk practices for winter.
Christine Dorman
Dec 16, 20236 min read
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Boann and Sinann: How Irish Rivers Came to Be
Irish myths about the creation of the Boyne and Shannon rivers can lead to reflections on the gift of water and the impact of change.
Christine Dorman
Jul 28, 20236 min read
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