Superstitions of The Druids; Priests of the Ancient Britons. A complete rare weekly issue of the Saturday Magazine, 1832.
Johh William Parker, London. The Saturday Magazine. 1832. Card Covers. Good Condition. Item #369531
This 1832 issue of The Saturday Magazine explores the superstitions and religious practices of the Druids, the priestly class of the Ancient Britons. The article discusses their belief in a supreme deity, alongside other gods such as Teutates, Taranis, Hesus, and Andraste. The Druids were known for their rituals involving sacred fires, where people were required to extinguish their household fires and rekindle them from the Druidic fire, ensuring good fortune for the year ahead. They also conducted trials using large stones, claiming that divine forces would determine guilt or innocence based on how the accused touched the stone. The contains eight pages, with two devoted to Druidic content and the rest covering other historical topics. It remains a fascinating glimpse into ancient Celtic traditions and how they were perceived in the 19th century. 8 pages. Approximately A4 size, with illustrations. Size: 19 x 28 cms. Category: Saturday Magazine; Special Interest. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost.
Keywords: BZDB395 Saturday Magazine; Special Interest. ANCIENT CELTIC CULTURES Superstitions of The Druids; Priests of the Ancient Britons. A complete rare weekly issue of the Saturday Magazine, 1832.
Price: £59.95