Celtic Wisdom

It is hard to capture what I have learned about Celtic Wisdom in an hour presentation. I plan to hit the highlights:

The mystery and wonder of ancient stone circles, the mysticism of abbey ruins, the liminal thin places of Celtic lands all contribute to a certain palpable Celtic wisdom. It seems to come with a connection to the land, to the elements, to the rhythms of nature. Sages, poets, and storytellers; Druid bards, Grail legends, tales of The Little People; lasting symbols, rituals, and celebrations all contribute to capturing its essence. Thankfully, the wit and wisdom were recaptured by the Celtic Revival movement and are now expressed by modern-day writers such as John O’Donahue and poet Seamus Heaney.

Celtic WisdomJeanne CraneMarch 21, 2022englewood public librarytalk, presentation, Celtic wisdom, celtic lands, druid, symbols, authorComment

The Power and Magic of Threes

Yes, the Celts saw power and magic in threes. The notion of the magic of threes is illustrated in folklore by leprechauns, fairies and wizards. Disney has helped us all to know the stories of three wishes, the three good fairies, the three witches, etc.

celtic blessing, Celtic WisdomJeanne CraneJanuary 13, 2020Newgrange, magic, threes, trinity, symbols, celtic, Celtic Spirit, celtic cross, tirads of ireland