The Celts regarded the hawk as a strong omen because the hawk carried messages from the Otherworlds. It meant both to beware and to be aware. Be alert because something is about to happen. Keep an eye out for trouble…
The seahorse is a unique creature with diverse meanings. Many cultures, including the Celts, associated the seahorse with with sea gods, giving it the meaning of strength and power. A Study of the Celtic Meaning of the Seahorse For the…
Dragons are mythical creatures that have existed in cultures around the world for centuries. The Celts believed dragons were creatures of magic and power. Their very presence could affect how magic flowed through the land. A Study of the Celtic…
About the Celtic Birch Zodiac Sign: The birch tree is a symbol of rebirth and purification. It was one of the first trees to grow after the ice age and is one of the first trees to sprout leaves every…
About the Celtic Reed Zodiac Sign: The Celts considered the Reed to be a type of tree because its dense root system is similar to that of a tree. Also, there are types of reeds that can grow to the…
About the Celtic Ivy Zodiac Sign: Similar to the Celtic Vine, the Ivy falls into the category of a tree for the Celts because it has a woody stem. Celtic Ivy Astrology Sign: September 30 – October 27 Ogham Letter:…
About the Celtic Holly Zodiac Sign: The holly tree is a flowering evergreen that produces a red berry that is toxic to humans. Birds love the berries, while deer and sheep enjoy the leaves. The first Christmas tree was a…
About the Celtic Oak Zodiac Sign: The Oak Tree was the main sacred tree of the Druids. The Oak Tree month marked the turning of time from one of growth and increase to one of retreating back to the earth.…
About the Celtic Hawthorn Zodiac Sign: The Hawthorn tree is a member of the rose family. Like other roses, it’s covered in prickly thorns. So much so, that the word hawthorn actually means “thorny hedge.” Celtic Hawthorn Astrology Sign: May…
About the Celtic Willow Zodiac Sign: In Celtic mythology, the willow was sacred to the Triple Goddess. In their creation story, the willow’s branches contained two scarlet sea-serpent’s eggs which contained the Sun and Earth. The universe was hatched from…