They felt the entire universe existed in the form of a tree. The Celtic druids had a profound connection with trees and believed they were vessels of infinite wisdom. Trees served as landmarks and icons of family and clan identity, and their importance can be measured by the great number of tree-based places named in Ireland – of the 16,000 towns in Ireland, 13,000 are named after trees! All this demonstrates the degree to which trees were understood and valued by the culture. Traveling the Irish countryside, as I have done many times, one is sure to find hand-crafted fairy homes scattered about the forest, always bringing a huge smile to my eyes. Irish myth, story and music abound with references to trees and their being the home of fairies and spirits. Living trees have played a central role in the practical daily and spiritual lives of the Irish people for centuries. Trees have always had a special place in Celtic history. But did you also know that your birth tree can determine your personality? According to some, especially the Celtic druids, the date of your birth is tied to the lunar calendar and is related to the formation of one’s personality and behavior.īefore we delve into the meaning of each tree, first a little history. Trees are special and provide a plethora of benefits both environmentally and economically.
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