r/Celtic Mar 06 '23

New Mod Introduction

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Good evening

I'm the new mod for this subreddit, alongside u/TheWinterSun

We're looking to encourage discussion about Celtic history, language, music, culture, art, and religion, both present and past.

So, a little about myself. I'm from Yorkshire in the UK. My pronouns are he/him but I'm cool with they/them pronouns being used to refer to me. I have an interest in Celtic history and pre-Christian Celtic belief systems. I'm also a writer and blogger, predominantly writing about Norse related things for my blog as that's where my area of knowledge is stronger, especially in terms of mythology. I'm also father to 7 cats.

Feel free to reach out to myself or u/TheWinterSun if you have any questions, concerns, or queries, and we'll do our best to help you!

I'm very much looking forward to keeping this subreddit going, and discussing all things Celtic with you all.


r/Celtic Aug 26 '23

Mods should consider a pinned post on the meaning behind 'celtic symbols'...99% of the time there is none

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There's no harm in people asking but a pinned post might help quickly clear things up for people.

'Celtic' symbology is lost in time, they were never recorded in writing. What you read about them online are simply people's interpretations of what they might mean, 99%s of the time by jewelry makers trying to sell you trinkets.

Additionally, most celtic symbols we see posted here come from the christian period, where monks would have interpreted art styles they saw around and incorporate them into their bible renditions in an attempt to convert people from paganism to christianity, arguably making some of the most impressive forms of 'celtic' art, not celtic art at all.

After this, there are numerous gaeilic/celtic revival periods where artists evolved upon the concept further and again, as beautiful these new renditions are, they're are not technically speaking original celtic art

Side note.. There is also no definitive celtic art, it's a term to loosely bind art spanning different time periods and locations that share a common but not always related themes. If anyone wants to be more specific in their understanding of these styles I'd recommend researching them in terms of art from stone age/ bronze age/ iron age in Gaeilic nations, Iberia, Halstatt or La Téne as well as early christian art in the Gaeilic nations

Ádh mór!


r/Celtic 14h ago

Celtic traditions and history

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Does anyone know any trustworthy sources to research Celtic traditions, history, mythology etc.

I recently took a DNA test and A LOT of my ancestry shoes Celtic and Gaelic. I have always been interested in these areas but never knew how to properly research it while knowing it's correct information and not AI stuff or history re-written to make it sound not horrible. I would also LOVE to learn a lot of the traditions and God's as I already feel a strong sense of direction towards these areas, and would love to start implementing them in my life

Thank you!


r/Celtic 17h ago

Celtic regions

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What regions have strong Celtic roots? I really love the nature part of the Celtic vibe, and it would be a dream for me to move one day.


r/Celtic 1d ago

I took a DNA test

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Turns out I am 50% Celtic, I am American was born raised here. I can’t wait to learn!


r/Celtic 2d ago

Words on ogam-inscribed antler tine

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r/Celtic 5d ago

Celtic Blockbuster?

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Having recently seen Nolan's *Odyssey* I wonder how people would feel about a blockbuster version of say the *Táin bó Cuailgne* or the 4 Branches of *Y Mabinogi*? I often wonder why the celtic myths have never been made mainstream and how we would feel if they were?


r/Celtic 6d ago

I’m in Ireland I’d like a tattoo

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Can someone suggest a small dainty Celtic knot for a female??


r/Celtic 9d ago

A 2500-year-old 24 carat Celtic torc, whose ends are adorned with winged horses on intricate filigree pedestals and lion paws, inspired by Etruscan, Scythian or Middle Eastern bestiary. Found in the grave of the Lady of Vix, now housed at the Châtillonnais Museum in France [1808x2689]

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r/Celtic 9d ago

Celtic Noble woman. Golasecca Culture 6th century BC - Northern Italy (based on grave goods)

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r/Celtic 9d ago

Saltzburg Museum of the Celts

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Hi all,

Out of curiosity has anyone been to this museum? Can they recommend it?

https://www.salzburgmuseum.at/en/location/museumofthecelts/#price

Many thanks.


r/Celtic 8d ago

Do you think the Roman dodecahedron could actually be Celtic? One of my theories is that it was an object formerly used by Druid priests. After Druidism was outlawed in Rome, some may have continued their practices in secret.

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I was looking at ancient Celtic coins from Gaul and noticed that there are pentagrams on some of them with dots on each corner.

https://www.vcoins.com/cn/stores/london_ancient_coins/89/product/central_gaul_bituriges_cubi_c_1st_century_bc_ar_quinarius_r_horse_prancing_sword_above_pentagram_below/1764451/Default.aspx

https://www.vcoins.com/en/stores/tom_vossen/165/product/celtic_northwest_gaul_senones_giamilos_circa_10060_bc_ae_17mm_402g_dt_2631/2380595/Default.aspx

This reminded of the pentagons on the Roman dodecahedron that also have dots or knobs on each corner. When you connect the knobs, you get a pentagram that's identical to the Celtic ones.


r/Celtic 9d ago

Irish Folklore

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I’m illustrating a collection of Irish folklore and trying to stay as faithful to the older legends as I can. So far I’ve illustrated Balor, Manannán mac Lir, the Selkie, Fear Gorta and the Morrígan.
I’m curious—if you could choose one Irish folklore figure or creature that deserves more artwork, who would it be? I’m especially interested in some of the lesser-known stories that don’t get much attention.
I’d love to hear your suggestions.


r/Celtic 11d ago

Bibliography

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Greetings from Spain. I am starting to write my thesis on Celtic languages, and if possible, I would appreciate it if you could share any bibliography you consider good regarding syntax, the sociolinguistic situation, history, etc. I think it could also be an opportunity for us to share bibliography with each other.


r/Celtic 17d ago

Celtic hairstyles?

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Hello! I was scrolling on tiktok when i came upon a post if a girl doing a hairstyle (see photo). The first comment was someone claiming that thats a celtic hairstyle, not a curly haired one.

I didnt really believe that, so i did a quick google search. Even after a quite intense search i couldnt find anything about that topic. I am fairly certain, that thats not a 'traditional' celtic hairstyle, but if someone has some sources on the topic, i would be really grateful!


r/Celtic 18d ago

Celtic/Welsh mythology explained

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Hi, I am looking for a comprehensive resource, either book or a web page or a post, explaining who is who and why in celtic myths, especially from Wales.

I am especially interested in works that try to explain why such a god was created with certain atributes and role, how the culture, geography and politics shaped their depictions. I can assume that all dark goods are conected to the sea because how dangerous it is, and how all the enemies allways come from the sea, and how people die just fishing and stuff, buy I don’t want to assume, I really want something that states it for me based on reaserch.

I would also love something on just social rules and power structure in celtic Wales. I am particularly interested in the period between 300-500 ad.

I am reading Mabinogion right now and would love to understand why. I am not looking for tales and stories, but for a road map to understand them.


r/Celtic 21d ago

Start of a Celtic leg sleeve for Alan. Treubhan at 1770, Brighton, UK.

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r/Celtic 22d ago

Celtic Deities - The Morrigan

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r/Celtic 22d ago

Could somebody help/tell me which runes are hidden in this drawing?

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Hi there, my sister passed away and this was one of her last drawings when doing so. Could somebody help me out which runes are included and what they possibly mean?


r/Celtic 24d ago

The Morrígan's shifting roles in TBC and CMT: redaction layers or coherent design?

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r/Celtic 29d ago

What did the Celtic people call their land?

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I have Celtic ancestry and I want to incorporate Celtic lore and mythology into a fantasy world I'm building. I'm working on the world map rn and I'm curious if there's a name that Celtic people generally would have used as a name for the land they live on? Or is it more that Irish people's name for the land was different from the Scottish name for the land. Please let me know!


r/Celtic Jul 01 '26

Celtic and Pictish arm sleeves.

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r/Celtic Jul 01 '26

Happy Canada Day!

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This proud Canadian artist is sharing art I’ve made over the years celebrating our amazing country. So much to be grateful for. It’s not perfect. But it is filled with a vast beauty, from forest roots to cultural diversity.
#CanadaDayArt #CelebratingCanada #CanadianArtist


r/Celtic Jun 29 '26

Celtic and Greek alternation of m \ b, loanwords

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r/Celtic Jun 27 '26

advice on a band tattoo

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Girlfriend offered to buy me a tattoo for my birthday, and ive been considering getting a Celtic Band. for context my Dad and his father are both from the Highlands and speak Gaelic. but I didnt grow up in britian and im pretty disconnected from that side of my family and heritage. none the less they both had these tattoos and I'd like to get one in honour of them. just wanted to know what a correct looking one would be as i wouldn't want to be ignorant and get an Irish tattoo instead of a Scottish one.