The Lore of the Bard: A Guide to the Celtic & Druid Mysteries

The Lore of the Bard: A Guide to the Celtic & Druid Mysteries by Rowan, Arthur. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780738702858.

A self-study course in modern Druidry Bardry is a potent, necessary dimension of the ancient druidic tradition. The bards were lorekeepers, great magic workers, and soul singers of healing. They were highly esteemed and considered untouchable by Celtic nobles and otherworldly beings. The Lore of the Bard fills an untended gap in the Celtic tradition. It lays down a philosophy for living in accordance with the Old Ways, with a complete magical practice combining the innate magical properties of objects, locations, and times with the passionately moving and enchanting forces of poetry and music. Selling Features •The only book available on the complete practice of the Celtic bard, a distinct but vital aspect of the growing druidic spiritual-magical practice •For anyone drawn to the enchantment of Celtic music, myth, and poetry •Teaches divination by use of the old techniques: scrying with natural pools, and auguring with the enigmatic Dallan wands •Develops a deeper understanding of the forest alphabet, the magically charged ogham script •Incorporates both historical and contemporary elements