Christine Dorman
10 Scary Celtic Characters for Halloween
Called by the cry of the banshee, the Dullahan arrives in the Death Coach. Read on to discover more scary Celtic characters for Halloween.
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Christine Dorman
- Oct 8, 2021
- 5 min
Food and Decorations for a Very Celtic Halloween
Here are Halloween food and decorating ideas to help you get into the Celtic spirit of the holiday.
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Christine Dorman
- Oct 1, 2021
- 7 min
Tryphine and the Celtic Bluebeard
This Celtic legend, with a sinister prince, ghostly help, and a decapitated body reaching for its head is perfect for spooky October.
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Christine Dorman
- Sep 24, 2021
- 4 min
Celtic Tree Signs: The Resilient Birch
Those born under the Celtic Tree Sign of the Birch (Dec. 24-Jan.20) are strong and resilient, but they have a soft side too.
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Christine Dorman
- Sep 17, 2021
- 7 min
The Autumnal Equinox: Light, Darkness, and Celtic Balance
At the equinox, the hours of day & night are about equal, but Celtic tradition teaches balance (and magic) are in the in-between: twilight.
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Christine Dorman
- Sep 10, 2021
- 7 min
Celtic Tree Symbolism
Celtic culture sees signs in all aspects of nature and finds powerful symbolism in trees.
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Christine Dorman
- Sep 3, 2021
- 5 min
The Banshee and the Blarney Stone
Stories about Cliodhna, the banshee who enchanted the Blarney Stone, show they aren’t old hag monsters. But they are faeries, so use care!
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Christine Dorman
- Aug 27, 2021
- 6 min
Seven Mystical, Mysterious Spots in Wales
Wales is filled with mystical sites that have stories to enhance their mystery. Here are the stories behind seven of them.
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Christine Dorman
- Aug 21, 2021
- 5 min
The Irish Otherworld, Oisin, and the Pig-Faced Princess
The Celtic Otherworld is mysterious and alluring but, as Oisin discovered, a trip there and back can be hazardous to a human's health.
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Christine Dorman
- Aug 13, 2021
- 5 min
The Inside Scoop on Celtic Faeries
Butterfly wings and magic wands? Forget the stereotypes! Get the skinny on what Celtic folklore says faeries are really like.
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Christine Dorman
- Aug 6, 2021
- 5 min
Never Upset a Celtic Goddess: Ceridwen and Morrigan
It’s never wise to anger a Celtic goddess. Stories about Ceridwen and Morrigan demonstrate the consequences.
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Christine Dorman
- Jul 30, 2021
- 5 min
Celtic Spirituality: the Sacredness of Creation
Celtic spirituality teaches that all things have a spark of the Divine in them. All is sacred and all can lead to an experience of God.
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Christine Dorman
- Jul 23, 2021
- 5 min
Summer Love: Celtic Romance and Marriage
Looking for summer love? Celtic folklore offers a few ways to attract it.
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Christine Dorman
- Jul 16, 2021
- 4 min
Great Scot! 14 Commonly Used Scottish Inventions
From phones to ATMs, Scottish ingenuity has made life much better for humankind.
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Christine Dorman
- Jul 9, 2021
- 4 min
Celtic Folklore Inspired Writing Prompts
Seeking inspiration for your next creative writing project? Try these Celtic-inspired writing prompts.
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Christine Dorman
- Jul 2, 2021
- 6 min
Ireland’s Most Haunted County: Offaly
The story of the Red Lady of Leap Castle is one of brutality and tragedy. Discover the ghosts who live on in Ireland’s most haunted county.
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Christine Dorman
- Jun 25, 2021
- 5 min
Celtic Summer Deities
Brigid, Taranis, Lugh, the Oak King...Celtic folklore says it takes many deities to make a summer.
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Christine Dorman
- Jun 18, 2021
- 4 min
Basking in the Summer Solstice: Celtic Folklore Traditions
The summer solstice is a time to celebrate the sun, plant seeds, reflect on life, and connect with the magic that surrounds us.
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Christine Dorman
- Jun 11, 2021
- 5 min
Exploring Meaning: Celtic Animal Symbolism
From gentle deer to stubborn bulls and ominous ravens, in Celtic culture an encounter with an animal carries with it a message to be heeded.
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Christine Dorman
- Jun 4, 2021
- 6 min
History & Mystery: Exploring Celtic Standing Stones
Think Stonehenge is cool? There are many more stone circles in the Celtic lands, some even older than England's famous one.
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