Nis (and anyone else interested) - Celtic Zodiac

[Siarlas]

Hi Nissala,

Your Celtic sign is the Alder and being in the last half of this sign, you are what's called a 'full moon' individual.

The "full moon" Alder individual is the most persuasive, exuding a more confident approach to life in general, but can lack the apparent vibrant energy associated with the "new moon" Alder. Nevertheless, such individuals can become extremely successful by being strategically placed in the right position to take full advantage of any crisis situation.


In general, Alder individuals are powerful, adventurous people prepared to make their own way in the world, often leaving friends and family behind. They possess a great deal of courage and make for wonderful allies, but usually prefer to fight their own battles. They have a restless spirit and, on occasion, can be foolhardy in pursuits due to their sense of adventure. Since they are also very competitive by nature, they are likely to do everything to the limit of their being, but often direct their energies entirely for the good of others...frequently to their own detriment. Alder people are inclined to break down barriers and explore new territory. Their enthusiasm and bravery makes them excellent leaders. They can, however, be selfish and display a quick temper which may earn them enemies. The Alder individual has a well-honed sense of humor (sometimes considered to be barbed or even satirical) and will often "play the clown" when in the midst of a group. Being extremely physical people, Alders are full of energy and have a deep-seated need to be active almost 24 hours a day.

If you want the full thingy - The Alder (http://www.novareinna.com/constellation/alder.html)

[Nissala]

Thank you so much Kaya! I really appreciate this!!! :D :D :D I am sure others will find this very interesting. If I am right in my thinking Celtic astrology has to do with trees, right?

very much appreciated! ((((kaya))))

[shnen]

am I missing something?
how do I figure out what I am???

*patience for me is next to non-existant... ;)*

[Nissala]

Kaya I hope you don't mind my posting the website..

http://www.novareinna.com/constellation/

[shnen]

I am an oak.... hmmm *goes to read on!*

[shnen]

Physical Goal: To learn that a hands-on approach will nuture desired skills...that one learns by doing.

Mental Goal: To accumulate the acorns of wisdom and, having done so, to share that wisdom.

Spiritual Goal: To become tough and resilient, despite the unpredictable nature of life...to be strong and wise.

Amergin Verse: "I am a God who sets the Head afire with Smoke"

Ogham Association: Duir

Polarity: Masculine

Color: Black and Dark Brown

Class: Chieftain

Letter Character: "D"

Month: May...the seventh month in the Celtic Ogham. The Oak is thus central of the thirteen months, standing between Hawthorn and Holly and presiding over the celebration of Beltrane...Spring Fire Festival of Fertility and Renewed Growth. Its name probably comes from Maia, the Roman Spring Goddess, whose divine powers encouraged the growth of crops.

Alias: "Moon of Strength," "Moon of Security" and "Bear Moon"

Magickal Properties: All Positive Purposes, Fidelity and Masculine Magick

ok, can someone please explain the class, letter, polarity and ogham to me???

[Nissala]

Celtic Ogham

Ogham was a system of writing which used horizontal or slanting notches cut on stone or wood to indicate letters. Existing examples suggest that Ogham was used primarily on grave and boundary markers. Evidence exists however, to support its use by Druids for recording tales, histories, poetry, genealogies, and the like. In addition, each letter was named for a particular tree, and a vast lore of religious and mythological knowledge could be encoded in cryptic verse. The names of the main twenty letters are the names of 20 trees sacred to the druids.

site: http://www.users.bigpond.com/troy-kim/celtic_symbols.html

for the rest of our questions we will have to wait for Kaya to respond.. I cannot locate information (at least not as of yet) on these... I tried ....

[shnen]

Thanks Nissala!

WOW! that oak thing fits me to a "t"!
eesh... :eek:

[Nissala]

as does mine!!! :eek: kinda scary :blushake:

[MammaStar]

Oh my. I'm an Oak with Fig tendencies. That so described me.

Thanks for the link to this. :)

edit to add:

I just clicked looking up Eshallet's stuff. I can't wait to get home later and show him. He's a Hazel with Poplar influence. Describes him perfectly too.

[Siarlas]

LOL

This is what I get for going out shopping instead of checking the boards!
Gonna do my tried and true point form post... :lol:

1. :: hugs Nis back :: The Celtic Zodiac is definately with the trees thingy (as you've no doubt found out already, but anyhows... ) as anything to do with them is... sorta.. pretty much... I'll shut up now...

2. Nis, don't mind at all. It wasn't till later last night (while out shopping) that it occured to me that maybe I should've written a little summary and posted the link for anyone else who was curious.

3. Shnen - Class... don't know how to explain that one. It's... like.. the class that's more.. you... ugh... I'll find the words to explain it better one day...
Letter Character is the closest match to your Ogham symbol.
Polarity - Well... everything has it's male/female or dark/light or yin/yang aspects. It's simply that your masculine aspect is the stronger.

4. That's why I thought I'd share this as it does seem to be very accurate.

And just cause I wanna share, I'm a full moon Rowan with Cedar influences :)

[Nissala]

Kaya, your a sweetie, thanks a million!!:D

[Silver_Alhena]

I'm an Oak too. It does fit me to a 'T', especially this bit..

June 14-June 23: Those born on this date also fall under the lesser influence of a secondary tree...the Fig, whose motto is "Soul of Kindess" or "The Sensibility." Fig individuals are very strong, independent and somewhat self-willed. They love life, their family and animals but cannot bear to be contradicted. Something of a social butterfly, Figs possess a good sense of humor, practical talent and intelligence. However, there is a tendency toward idleness and laziness. The sensitivity of Fig people can make them find life rather bitter, but they have the necesssary strength to preserve a human susceptibility. Born on one of the shortest or longest days of the year, it may be more difficult for Fig individuals to find the right balance between spontaneity and reason...quietness and restlessness...sweetness and bitterness...than it is for others. It is in the Fig nature to switch back-and-forth between the two sides of this flexible personality, along with a tendency to exaggerate from time-to-time.


It's not that I'm lazy, it's just I have a terriable tendancy to start things and not finish them!

[Flaire]

*chuckles* This is so me.....

January 25-February 3: Those born between these two dates also fall under the lesser influence of a secondary tree...the Cypress, whose motto is "Song of Resurrection" or "The Faithfulness." Cypress individuals are strong, muscular and adaptable, taking what life has to offer. Content and optimistic, Cypress people crave money and acknowledgement and hate to be lonely, although they are prone to pursue independence. They are passionate individuals, with a love which is difficult to satisfy, but are nonetheless faithful. Cypress individuals have a tendency to be quick-tempered, unruly, pedantic and careless. They often possess a biting irony and a certain taste for sarcasm, acquired by virtue of their tendency to bravely undergo the hardest of blows and thereby learn how to free themselves from the burdens of life.

What got me though....Was my gemstone. :eek: I've always loved the chrysolite.....Now I know why. :lol:

Gemstone: The Rowan gemstone is the Peridot, also known as "Olivine," the "Evening Emerald" and, in ancient times, called "Chrysolite." Its name derives from the Greek meaning "golden stone." It is a transparent gem of a rich, bottle-green shade which contains a golden inner glow. One of the oldest known stones, it was once mined only at night because legend stated that the Peridot could not be easily seen during the daylight hours. It has been regarded as a gem of powerful magic by all ancient cultures. The Egyptians and Babylonians used it as a protective amulet against evil and it was often used to decorate medieval churches. Large Peridots (more than 200 carats in size) adorn the Shrine of the Three Magi at the Cologne Cathedral. The Greeks used it in headbands in order to foretell the future and the Druids stitched Peridot into their robes for protection. Said to possess the ability to drive away evil spirits, the power of the Peridot was considered to be even more intense when set in gold and King Solomon is believed to have been made wise and enlightened by drinking from cups made of Peridot. It is the only gemstone born in fire...the volcanic gem.

[shnen]

Originally posted by Silver_Alhena
It's not that I'm lazy, it's just I have a terriable tendancy to start things and not finish them!

I hear yah on that one... :)

[Siarlas]

Originally posted by Nissala
Kaya, your a sweetie, thanks a million!!:D

awww.... :: blushes :: you're welcome Nis :)

:: gets all sappy like and hugs everyone ::