Druidism facts for kids
Druidism or Druidry (referred to as Neodruidry or Neodruidism by some followers) is a form of modern spirituality that generally promotes harmony with nature, often through the form of nature worship. It is considered to be a Neopagan faith.
Originally inspired by 17th, 18th and 19th century romantic movements, early neo-druidism was based upon largely historically incorrect depictions of the Iron Age Celtic druids, and has no direct relation to the ancient Celts or their culture.
Beliefs and Practises
Neo-druidic beliefs vary wildly, and there is no set dogma or belief system by which all adherents follow. The main belief is an idea that the Earth and nature is sacred, and is worthy of worship itself. For this reason many druids are pantheistic.
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Images for kids
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Two Druids, 19th-century engraving based on a 1719 illustration by Bernard de Montfaucon, who said that he was reproducing a bas-relief found at Autun, Burgundy.
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The Druidess, oil on canvas, by French painter Alexandre Cabanel (1823–1890)
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Location of Île de Sein in the Atlantic Ocean
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Druids Inciting the Britons to oppose the landing of the Romans – from Cassell's History of England, Vol. I – anonymous author and artists
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Julius Caesar, the Roman general and later dictator, who wrote the most important source for the Druids in Britain
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Headdress of the "Deal Warrior", possibly worn by druids, 200–150 BCE, British Museum
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In Spanish: Druida para niños
