“No fear have I of Mother Earth; no dread, Of roots; the hidden sources of the seed. Those beauteous blossoms ranged in a bed, Of that damp underworld have primal need. Upon its chilly moist and dew they're fed. Till in due season on their stalks they speed, Upwards with many a variegated head, Of… Continue reading Marigold, the Shrub of Bealtaine
“Herbs gathered on May Eve have a mystical and strong virtue for curing disease; and powerful potions are made then by the skilful herb women and fairy doctors, which no sickness can resist, chiefly of the yarrow, called in Irish "the herb of seven needs" or cures, from its many and great virtues. Divination is… Continue reading Yarrow of the Seven Cures
“Where do you hide a pebble but on the beach.” - Ben McBrady (Discussing the Order penetrating society in secret) A wonderful documentary gained traction in the modern Druid community a few years ago called ‘The Last Druid’ and touched on the life of the late Irish Druid Ben McBrady. It was created in 1995… Continue reading Ben McBrady – Tracing the Last Druid’s Footsteps
“A hoop from three to four inches diameter was made of milkwort, butterwort, dandelion and marigold. This was bound with a triple cord of lint in the name of the Father, and of Son, and of Spirit, and placed under the milk-vessels, to prevent witches spiriting away the substance of the milk.” - Alexander Carmichael,… Continue reading Brigid’s Beloved Dandelion
Carnac Stones, Brittany, France This is the most emotionally raw article I've likely ever posted. Firstly, I should say I've been active in the modern Druidry and Celtic pagan community since I first got on facebook back in 2011. Before that I was completely solitary, living through books and my imagination since my teens over… Continue reading Perspective On Culture in the Celtic Paganism and Modern Druidry Community
