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    1. [FOLKLORE FAMILY] The Celtic Circle of Life
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    3. The Celtic Circle of Life The Circle of Life is presented here in the form of the Celtic Calendar. The Calendar represents the journey of birth, life, death, and rebirth that is reflected in all life on Earth through the seasons of the year. It is presented, not only to educate one on the old ways, but also to invite one to look at these celebrations with the eyes of a new age; that what was old is new and what has been, is still to be again. A journey that teaches one that all beliefs are similar and cyclical to each other and that the difference arises in the symbols that we as humans choose to remind us of the Light, the Sun/Son of God and the journey of life and rebirth. The Celtic religion and calendar is based upon the Lunar cycles of the thirteen moons which occur throughout the year. In mainstream today, the Solar calendar, which is based upon the cycle of the Sun's travel through the twelve signs of the zodiac is widely used. This can cause occasional conflicts regarding the exact date of some holidays, as they are merged from the lunar cycle into the solar calendar. The celebrations of the seasons bring about great joy and festivities, as well as serving as a time to reflect on past actions. The date of the celebrations was decided by the lunar cycles in conjunction with Earth Changes, Animal Migrations, Harvest Schedules and Astrological Alignments. One will find that these cycles and their celebrations are the same around the world, from the Aborigines in Australia, to Native Americans in the U.S., to the Celtic/Druids in Europe, the Mayan's in Mexico, and the Inca's in Peru. There is a circle of life and when one quiets their mind and listens within, the beat and the dance become apparent. It is the rhythm of the world and all of nature dances to her beat.

    05/23/2001 01:55:54