Carl McColman

Brings the history of these gods and goddesses to life, along with visualizations, rituals, and exercises to help make them part of the reader's spiritual practice. Figures like Brigid, Cernunnos, Rhiannon, and the Morrigan are honored for their magic, their bravery, and their mythical deeds. Among pagans, the gods and goddesses of Gaul, Ireland, Wales, and the other Celtic lands rank with the most popular and influential of the Greek, Roman, Norse, and Egyptian pantheons. This book provides an accessible guide for readers to learn about and connect spiritually with the gods and goddesses of the Celtic lands: Learn key features of each of the major Irish, Welsh, and continental Celtic deitiesDiscover the major myths and lore associated with each deityCreate rituals and magical work appropriate for each deityUnderstand the psychological archetypes of each god and goddessForge true and meaningful relationships with the deities for our timeRelate the various gods and goddesses to the sabbats and holy days

Why Wisdom Can't Be Taught (and Why That's Okay)

Drawing on myth, folklore, poetry, and the tales of Celtic gods and heroes, this little book is an invitation to readers to explore the spiritual tradition of the Celtic peoples--a tradition rooted in hospitality and one that is of growing importance in these increasingly fractured and troubled times. An Invitation to Celtic Wisdom is divided into three parts: The Celtic Mystery: In this section McColman illustrates the mystery inherent in the Celtic spiritual path with a brief discussion of the three streams of Celtic spirituality and an introduction to thin places and holy wells. The Celtic Saints: McColman explores how faith in the Celtic saints is rooted in the desert spirituality of the early Christian tradition. Also included are profiles of Patrick, Brendan, and Bridget. How to Walk the Celtic Path: In this section the author explores hospitality, spiritual direction story-telling, spiritual power, and the Grail. McColman has written a splendid intro to a spiritual path that will appeal to both believers and seekers who are interested in all things Celtic.

C. S. Lewis built his illuminating story of The Voyage of the Dawn Treader around the Christian journey: from resisting God's grace to discovering the reality of sin to finding relief in the waters of baptism. This voyage, for Christians of all ages, is full of adventures, temptation, discomforting silence, dealing with “Dufflepuds” (distractions), and a final terrifying journey to the “Island of Darkness” (the dark night of the soul). As the Dawn Treader sails beyond where the stars sing, you will discover a world of wonders characterized by light and clarity, and encounter Aslan–Christ–himself.

This book provides an accessible, light, and spiritually thoughtful introduction to how anyone can live and celebrate Celtic spirituality every day of the year. Contents:* This book offers readers from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives a user-friendly guide into the traditions of the 'Celtic nations' - Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, the Isle of Man, Brittany, and Galicia.* This book draws on sources from throughout the Celtic Tradition (myth, folklore, Arthurian romance, poetry, lives of the saints, and ballads) and presents the universal spiritual principles at the foundation of the Celtic world view.

I en värld som präglas av ett allt hetsigare livstempo och ibland omänskliga krav på den enskilde, längtar allt fler människor efter en väg till befrielse. Svårigheten idag är att mitt i det moderna livets alla pockande krav finna vägen till en värld som vi alla bär inom oss, men få är medvetna om. Det finns de som gått före oss och funnit den vägen. De brukar kallas mystiker. Mystikerns väg är en resa inåt. "En tusenmilafärd börjar med ett steg"lyder ett gammalt kinesiskt ordspråk. För att finna en väg i vad som för många ser ut som stiglöst land måste man ha en vägvisare. Carl McColman kan hjälpa läsaren att ta det första steget på en annorlunda färd, en resa inåt, mot alltings medelpunkt, till stillheten mitt i stormens öga. Men det är varken en semesterresa eller en sällskapsresa! Man måste vara beredd att stöta på svårigheter. Carl McColman delar med sig av sina erfarenheter och berättar hur man kan övervinna de hinder man möter på vägen. Samtidigt är han en ödmjuk sökare, som inte hävdar att han nått ända fram till målet, vilket gör hans bok desto mera tilltalande. Författare: Carl McColman är verksam som andlig författare och lärare och bor i Atlanta, Georgia.