A Course in Wisdom and Values from Celtic Culture, Myth, Legend and Lore for Modern Druid Practice
by Athelia Nihtscada
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About the Author
Part One
Embarking Upon the Seeker’s Journey – A Personal Tale
About this Course
Sample Study Schedule
An Introduction to the Basics of Modern Druid Practice
How does Druidry today compare to what Druids did in Ancient times?
Are there any holy books/writings/teachings used?
How is Modern Druidry practiced? (Methods of worship, common beliefs, etc.)
Are there any celebrations/holidays? How are they celebrated?
What Symbols do Druids Use Today?
Where can I find more information About Modern Druidry Online?
Altars
Tools and Attire
Deities and Kindreds
Grounding and Centering
Meditation
An exercise in Contemplative Meditation and discovering your core values
Ritual Basics
A Simple Solitary Ritual of Dedication
Preliminary Lesson: Patience on the Path
The Season of Samhain
Ideas for honouring the Season of Samhain:
I. Samhain
II. Lest We Forget...
Darkness and Light
Winter Solstice
Celebrating the Winter Solstice
I. The Blessing of the Virgin Mother
II. The Green Man's Challenge
III. The Art of Evading Deception Don't believe everything you "see"!
The Season of Imbolc
Ideas for Honouring the Season of Imbolc
I. Brighid, The Once and Future Goddess
II. Fosterage Yesterday and Today
III. Healing in Old Ireland
Spring Equinox
Celebrating the Spring Equinox
I. The Elements of Transformation
II. Inspiration, Journeying or Scrying...Just What Were Those Bards Doing??
III. The Mysteries of the Ogham
Season of Beltane
Ideas for honouring the Season of Beltane
I. Celebrating Beltane
II. Sacred Trees
III. Celebrating Animals
Summer Solstice
Celebrating the Summer
I. The Tale of Mogh Ruith
II. Diversions on the Path to Accomplishment
III. Anam-Cara ~ “The Soul Friend”
The Season of Lughnassadh
Ideas for honouring Lughnassadh
I. Skills
II. Celebrating Diversity and Bridging the Gap
III. A Doomed Mouse and the Folly of Revenge
Autumn Equinox
Celebrating Autumn Equinox
I. Just who is Mabon anyway??
II. Consequence…The Chain of Influence that Each of us Holds
III. Wrongful Judgment – How much harm can be done?
Final Review of Part 1
Recommended Reading
About the Author
Athelia Nihtscada has been studying Druidry since 1990. Through her studies under various teachers and through intense self-study, she has become knowledgeable in many fields of Celtic history, myth, legend and the Brehon Laws.
While most of her early years were spent in solitary practice, Athelia did become involved in the local Pagan Community starting in 2000. In 2003, Athelia decided to form Awen Grove; a Druid community based firmly on ethics and service. In 2005, Athelia completed the Dedicant Path with ADF and was initiated as a Third Order Druid with the Reformed Druids of North America. Athelia is also a member of the Order of Bards Ovates and Druids, The British Druid Order and the Henge of Keltria. Currently, Athelia serves as the Regional Coordinator for Western Canada (Westview) on behalf of the Druid Network and the Regional Druid of Western Canada for ADF.
An avid artist, writer, public speaker, singer and poet, she brings all of this to her work for the world-wide Druid community with love and passion.
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The author has granted permission to The Druid Network to publish this
document as a free online course and students are free to print, but
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