Celtic Cross Celestial Energy The cross is a universal symbol from ancient times, and like the sacred tree and standing stone, it represents to the Celts the union of celestial and earthly forces.  The axis of the cross indicates the infinite spiritual expansion in all directions and the inner circle symbolizes the unity and consolidation of these powers into a central point, a source of potent spiritual energy.

Sacred Tree/Tree of Life Spiritual Energy, Wisdom The sacred tree or Tree of life represents the fruitfulness of the earth, evoking spiritual growth, abundance, and rebirth.  Rooted in the heart of the earth, it drinks the sacred waters of life and streches its branches into the heavens, providing a bridge between celestial and earthly powers.  Each Celt tribe had a sacred tree as its focal point, a symbol of sovereignty, sacred wisdom, and spiritual energy.

Fish Secret Wisdom and Prophecy In Celtic mythology, salmon and trout are often linked to sacred wells and springs, places of physical healing and spiritual rebirth.  The salmon are said to eat hazel nuts which fall into the pool from the tree of knowledge, therby gaining the wisdom of the worlds.  As symbols of sacred wisdom and foreknowledge, the fish represents renewed and sustained life.

Serpent Earth Healer Symbols of healing and wisdom, serpents live within the depths of the Earth Mother and have mastery of all her secret knowledge and vital forces.   Both Brigantia and Sironi, Celtic Goddesses of healing, use the serpents' mystical powers to work their cures.  Because of their wave-like movements, serpents are also associated with healing waters and sacred wells, sources of regenerative powers from within the earth, thus protectors of health and well being.

Knotwork Spiritual Quest Knotwork patterns are symbolic of life's journey, an attempt to make sense of the maze of existence.  They represent a continuity of life with no beginning and no end, a journey to one's spiritual center, an inner quest for spiritual rebirth, and a pathway to the sacred and divine source.

Spirals Spiritual Growth Since ancient time, spirals have represented spiritual growth, the ever expanding journey of the soul from the sacred vortex uncoiling outword to fill the universe, then returning to the balanced center, the creative source of Spiritual power and rebirth.  Spirals are a natural pattern found in wind and water currents, fern fronds, shells, and seeds and express the unfolding of the earth's energiers and the expansion of the universe.

Horse Sovereignty, Guidence The horse is associated with many Celtic Deities as an emblem of power, sovereignty, abundance, and guidence.  Epona and Macha are Celtic horse Goddesses whol watch over the land, protecting its abundance and insuring a good harvest.  As protectors of nature, they both grant sovereignty over the land and are the goddesses of the stable, protecting all who work with horses.  As goddesses of maternity, prophecy, and prosterity, they guide and protext mortals on their journeys through life.

Birds Spirits of Prophecy Birds play a prominent role in Celtic myth and legend.  As symbols of freedom and transcendence, they represent the human soul in flight, liberated from earthly ties, able to soar in spiritual communication with the heavens.  Returning to earth, they bring messages of prophecy and guidance, aiding mortals on their spiritual and earthly journeys.  As spirits of the air, they provide a link between the soul and the spiritual forces of the heavens.

Nehalennia Protector of Travelers Nehalennia, the steerswoman, is the Celtic goddess who protects travelers during their life, but also on their journey through the afterlife.  She is represented by dolphins, who protect seafarers, and dogs and ravns who protect land travelers.  Along the coast of ancient Celtic settlements are standing stones carved with stylized dolphins, tributes to Nehalennia.  As the goddess of guardianship, she symbolizes prosperity and the abundance of the earth.

Hare Good Fortune, Rebirth The hare is considered an intermediary between mortals and deities, a messenger of the gods, but also a trickster with powers to effect transformation and control destiny.  Its ettatic movements foretell future events and as a lunar animal, it represents rebirth, immortality, good fortune and prosperity.  The hare is the totem animal of numerous moon goddesses, most notable Oestre (the Anglo-Saxon Goddess of spring) whose name is the source of the word Easter.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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