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This is what Chèverfeuille says about it:
"As I saw this photo the very first time (a few days ago) the first thing which came in mind was the Ancient Celtic Oracle called "Ogham". This photo shows you Luis (in Gaelic) or Rowan. This tree is a very sacred tree in the Ogham tradition of the Druids and it stands for protection against the evil eye. In the Celtic culture the people used branches of Rowan (including leaves and fruits) above their door to shield their homes against evil. Rowan is also the Ancient Celtic name for December."
And here is his lovely haiku:
natural shield
to keep the Devil outside -
Rowan's branch
© Chèvrefeuille
to keep the Devil outside -
Rowan's branch
© Chèvrefeuille
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rowan leaves and fruit
protect us from evil
in winter's darkness
protect us from evil
in winter's darkness
bright leaves and berries
spied during a summer's walk
rowan tree
spied during a summer's walk
rowan tree
from mists of time
beautiful rowan memories
ancient celtic lore
beautiful rowan memories
ancient celtic lore
© G.s.k. '14
nice series
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cheers
JzB
Thanks .. and cheers to you too JzB!
Deletethat protection would be a bliss to have more of.
ReplyDeleteAh ... yes it would be ...
DeleteCan't watch the video here in the US because Warner Chappell and UMG have blocked it. Doh! But Loreena's voice is exquisite -- absolutely love her work. Your haiku really capture the feel of the ancient myths. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a bother ... believe it or not there have been moments when these sods block open source music found on the Internet Archives ... greedly likkle dips.
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