The History and Origins of Druidism

The History and Origins of Druidism by Spence, Lewis is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Celtic religion of Druidism. The book delves into the origins of Druidism, tracing its roots back to the prehistoric era and examining the historical and cultural factors that contributed to its development.Spence draws on a wide range of sources, including archaeological evidence, ancient texts, and folklore, to paint a vivid picture of the beliefs and practices of the Druids. He explores the role of the Druids in Celtic society, their relationship with the natural world, and their use of sacred plants and other substances in their rituals.The book also examines the impact of Druidism on later cultures, including the influence of Druidic beliefs and practices on the development of Christianity. Spence explores the enduring legacy of Druidism in modern times, including its continued influence on contemporary spiritual practices and the resurgence of interest in Celtic spirituality.Overall, The History and Origins of Druidism is a fascinating and informative exploration of one of the most intriguing and mysterious religions of the ancient world.1949. A new investigation of the whole field of inquiry associated with Druidism, its origin and the historical and traditional material related to it. An attempt to obliterate the erroneous views of older writers as to the realities of an important passage in the history of early European religion and the absurd theories and assumptions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.