Stuff You Should Know How Druids Worked
Mar 26, 2019
Dive into the fascinating world of druids, from their mythical portrayal in pop culture to their actual historical roles in ancient Celtic society. Explore the tensions between druids and the Roman Empire, uncovering their unique traditions and the rigorous initiation process. The conversation even tackles the controversial topics of human sacrifice and the significant sites like Stonehenge. Plus, enjoy a quirky detour into the intersection of metal bands and Druidism, all while addressing some surprising modern-day challenges!
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Druid History
- Modern druids are a relatively recent invention, dating back to the 17th century.
- Ancient druids are shrouded in mystery, with limited reliable information about their practices.
Druidic Oral Tradition
- Ancient druids maintained their mystique and power by not writing down their traditions.
- This oral tradition prevented enemies from easily deciphering their practices.
Druid Literacy
- Although they didn't keep written records themselves, ancient druids were not illiterate.
- The Celts, of which druids were a part, wrote in Greek, surprising the Romans.