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The Mysteries of Druidry
The Druids were the mystics, philosophers, and magicians of the ancient Celtic world. Their spirituality was borne from their near-worship of poetry and music, their warrior prowess, and the world of nature. The Mysteries of Druidry reveals this mystical romanticism as it was in ancient times, and shows various ways to bring it to life today, in both private and social realms. Thoroughly researched, provocative, and informative, the book carries the reader back to the world of the Druids, not just through Celtic mythology and traditional storytelling, but through the author's own experiences of living and traveling in Ireland and visiting its sacred sites. The Mysteries of Druidry combines a high-quality "training manual" for modern spiritual Celts and Druids with an original and thought-provoking philosophical account of the spiritual meaning of Druidry. It A professionally researched survey of Druidic history, tradition, and customs. Detailed descriptions of the mysteries of Celtic spirituality, including the Sacred Truth, the Great Marriage, the Hero's Journey, and the Otherworld. Practical guidance for meditation and ceremony, for individuals and for groups. The Celtic story of the creation of the world, presented together with a plan for re-enacting the story in ritual. The remarkable human side of Druidic spirituality.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 21, 2008
About the author
Brendan Cathbad Myers
5 books19 followersRaised in Elora, Ontario, a village north of Guelph which I still consider my hometown.
My first published work was a play entitled "Visions of a Better Way": this script won a competition for high school students, run by University of Guelph's department of English.
Attended the University of Guelph for undergraduate studies in Drama, starting in January of 1992.
Attended Memorial University of Newfoundland, to study folklore, 1994.
Won the Bardic competitions at both Wiccan Fest and also at Kaleidoscope Gathering (Canada's two largest pagan gatherings) in 1995. Won the KG Bardic again in 2006.
Began Masters studies at Guelph in philosophy, 1998. My thesis, "Animism, Spirit, and Environmental Activism", was completed two years later.
Became president of a labour union (CUPE local 3913) for two years.
Began doctoral studies in philosophy at the National University of Ireland, Galway, in 2001. Frequently visted other European countries as well, especially England and Germany.
Completed doctoral studies in 2005. My dissertation was entitled "Time and the Land: Four Approaches to Environmental Ethics, Climate Change, and Future Generations."
Returned to Canada in late 2005, and taught philosophy at several universities and colleges in Ontario and Quebec. In 2007, I worked as a contract researcher for the federal government, in which I studied Aboriginal people's values in relation to police work and peacekeeping.
My books and essays are quoted favourably by numerous other prominent pagan writers, including Emma Restall Orr, Janet Farrar and Gavin Bone, Phillip Carr-Gomm, Graeme Talboys, and Jane Raeburn.
Winner of the Mount Haemus Award for research in Druidry, 2008.
Currently living in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
My first published work was a play entitled "Visions of a Better Way": this script won a competition for high school students, run by University of Guelph's department of English.
Attended the University of Guelph for undergraduate studies in Drama, starting in January of 1992.
Attended Memorial University of Newfoundland, to study folklore, 1994.
Won the Bardic competitions at both Wiccan Fest and also at Kaleidoscope Gathering (Canada's two largest pagan gatherings) in 1995. Won the KG Bardic again in 2006.
Began Masters studies at Guelph in philosophy, 1998. My thesis, "Animism, Spirit, and Environmental Activism", was completed two years later.
Became president of a labour union (CUPE local 3913) for two years.
Began doctoral studies in philosophy at the National University of Ireland, Galway, in 2001. Frequently visted other European countries as well, especially England and Germany.
Completed doctoral studies in 2005. My dissertation was entitled "Time and the Land: Four Approaches to Environmental Ethics, Climate Change, and Future Generations."
Returned to Canada in late 2005, and taught philosophy at several universities and colleges in Ontario and Quebec. In 2007, I worked as a contract researcher for the federal government, in which I studied Aboriginal people's values in relation to police work and peacekeeping.
My books and essays are quoted favourably by numerous other prominent pagan writers, including Emma Restall Orr, Janet Farrar and Gavin Bone, Phillip Carr-Gomm, Graeme Talboys, and Jane Raeburn.
Winner of the Mount Haemus Award for research in Druidry, 2008.
Currently living in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
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September 11, 2018
This was a really lovely "intro" type book on Druidry, but I really appreciated the Irish point of view as most literature on the topic is from the British orders or American. I liked Myers' emphasis and lyrical qualities. I still appreciate Emma Restall Orr's work the most as it resonates deeply with my own connection, but The Mysteries also shed light on other perspectives not yet encountered. All in all, a good book.
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