Publisher's Synopsis
Though the Celtic civilisation has long disappeared, lingering traces of their spirituality haunt Ireland and surrounding land. Tantalising snippets of faded manuscript pages, ancient stone carvings, and spells from the mystery-shrouded Druids have sparked the imagination of generations of modern seekers. In 'Celtic Spirituality' acclaimed translator Philip Freeman allows the voices of the Celts to speak one more. Translated from their original languages - Gaulish, Latin, Irish and Welsh - the passages and stories in 'Celtic Spirituality' are true artifacts of the Celts' vibrant and varied religion from both the pre-Christian and early Christian period. From a ritual of magical inspiration to stories of the ancient gods and adventures of long-forgotten heroes, Freeman has unearthed a stunning collection of Celtic work.