Gyre Carlin (also the Carlin, Gy-Carling, Gay-Carlin)
Name pronunciation: dʒaɪər ˈkɑːrlɪn/ (similar to “gyre car-in”) General Information:...
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The Bodach
Name pronunciation: BOT-ach General Information: In Scottish Gaelic, the word Bodach can mean an...
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From Imbolc to Candlemas; From the Goddess Brìde to Saint Brigid.
Imbolc is a festival which pre-dates the arrival of Christianity in Scotland. The Coming of...
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The Winter Solstice: The World’s Oldest Festival
The World’s Oldest Festival occurs at the Winter Solstice. The ancient ones were hunters and spent...
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Scotland’s Giantesses: Storm Hags, Queens and Goddesses
Scottish Giantesses are formidable! In Scottish mythology, whenever you meet a giant, it is...
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The Caledonian Forest: Dwindling Forest, Dwindling Myths
The Caledonian Forest originated in a fit of jealousy, according to the stories. Once, a beautiful...
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