Arya-land: June 2016

Monday 27 June 2016

Druidism and the Ancient Religions of India

The very name Druid is composed of two Celtic word roots which have parallels in Sanskrit. Indeed, the root vid for knowledge, which also emerges in the Sanskrit word Veda, demonstrates the similarity. The Celtic root dru which means 'immersion' also appears in Sanskrit. So a Druid was one 'immersed in knowledge.' Peter Beresford-Ellis

Many followers of Druidry today feel a great affinity with one or more of the religions of India, and research shows that this feeling may be based upon more than simply a sense of spiritual or philosophical resonance. There is now considerable evidence to suggest that Celtic and European cultures share a common origin with cultures which emerged in India thousands of years ago, and which gave birth to the ‘Dharmic religions’ of Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism.
Spiritual seekers who find their inspiration in both Druidism and the Dharmic religions may well be reuniting strands of a common cultural and spiritual heritage.

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Connection between the Phoenicians and the Irish-Celtic

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In the 18th century, historians discovered exciting proof of Phoenician-Celtic ties. An ancient Roman dramatist, Titus Maccius Plautus (died 184 B.C.) wrote a play, the Penulus, in which he placed then-current Phoenician into the speech of one of his characters. In the 18th century, linguists noticed the great similarity between that Phoenician and the early Irish Celtic language. In the adjacent box is a sample given by historian Thomas Moore's, History of Ireland, showing the connection between these languages. Leading 18th and 19th century scholars, such as Gen. Charles Vallancey, Lord Rosse, and Sir William Betham, also wrote on this subject. Vallancey, for instance, speaks of, "The great affinity found in many words, nay whole lines and sentences of this speech, between the Punic [Phoenician] and the Irish." George Rawlinson, Phoenicia, p. 327

Note: Ancient Hebrew and Canaanite Phoenician and Punic are the same people. Please see: Matt Giwer, © 2007 [Oct 28]

Biblical references used in this article are not to be considered solid historical truths but, like all biblical material, are to be taken with a grain of salt because they lack archaeological proofs.

Phoenician and Early Irish-Celtic

PHOENICIAN OF PLAUTUS:
Byth lym mo thym nociothii nel ech an ti daisc machon
Ys i do iebrim thyfe lyth chy lya chon temlyph ula.
EARLY IRISH-CELTIC:
Beth liom' mo thime nociaithe, niel ach an ti dairie mae coinne
Is i de leabhraim tafach leith, chi lis con teampluibh ulla.

Monday 20 June 2016

3000 - 4000yrs old, Celtic Red Haired Mummies, of China

One of the better known mummies found in the Taklamakan Desert is an individual known as Cherchen Man, who was determined to be of Celtic origin. He is phenomenally well preserved for being around 3,000 years old

In addition to the clothing and physical features, the Cherchen Man’s burial site, along with the burial sites for around 200 others apparently of the same tribe, were also of a European style, featuring Celtic stone structures ringed by standing stone figures. It is a unique and significant find to discover hundreds of Bronze Age Celtic mummies in the Chinese desert. The Celts at the peak of their civilization, in around 300 BC, had their main settlements in France and the British Isles, with influence that extended perhaps as far east as the central plain of Turkey but no further, and certainly not as far as China. read more..............

Website:

http://www.burlingtonnews.net/redhairedmummieschina.html

http://www.newdawnmagazine.com/articles/mysterious-celtic-mummies-of-the-gobi

http://thelivingmoon.com/43ancients/02files/The_Mummies_of_Tarim_Basin.html

Antoinette Glynn - The Egypt/Ireland Connection

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Websites:

http://atlantisireland.webs.com/

http://www.floweroflight.co.uk

Ireland Land of the Pharaohs - Andrew Power interview

4,500 - 5000 year-old boats found in Galway, Meath & Egypt

Twelve boats, dating from 2,500 BC to the 11th century AD, along with other Viking artifacts were discovered in Lough Corrib in Connemara, County Galway in 2014.

A researcher painstakingly documents one of the Lough Corrib finds.

The oldest of the vessels is the Annaghkeen log boat, which is 4,500 years old, close to the age of the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. Northage pointed out, while speaking to the Irish Times, that it had been at the bottom of the lough for 3,500 years when the Vikings arrived.

Egyptian beads found at Mound of Hostages at Tara, Ireland 1955

In 1955, archaeologist Dr. Sean O’Riordan of Trinity College, Dublin, made an interesting discovery during an excavation of the Mound of Hostages at Tara, site of ancient kingship of Ireland. Bronze Age skeletal remains were found of what has been argued to be a young prince, still wearing a rare necklace of faience beads, made from a paste of minerals and plant extracts that had been fired.

The skeleton was carbon dated to around 1350 BC. In 1956, J. F. Stone and L. C. Thomas reported that the C: “In fact, when they were compared with Egyptian faience beads, they were found to be not only of identical manufacture but also of matching design. read more.....

New Evidence for Ancient Egyptians in Ireland?

When ancient Egypt and Ireland are spoken about in the same breath it usually results in the rolling of eyes, polite exits and the sound of murmurs citing pseudo-history and new age babble.
At least, that used to be the case.

Recent discoveries in DNA research have added to already verified archaeological finds to present a scenario that is now more difficult to dismiss.

The Hill of Tara is one of Ireland’s most ancient sacred sites. It is surrounded by many other Neolithic earthworks and tombs and although commonly associated with the Celts, the site pre-dates their arrival in Ireland by thousands of years.

In legend it is the place where the Tuatha De Danann reigned. These were a God-like people who were said to have arrived in Ireland in mysterious ships and had magical powers. read more

The Story of Queen Scotia or Princess Scota, Egypt

The book 'Kingdom of the Ark' by Lorraine Evans reveals numerous archaeological connectionsbetween Egypt and Ireland. Evans argues the remains of an ancient boat in Yorkshire, a type found in the Mediterranean was over 3000 years old from around 1400 to 1350 BC. She tells the story of Scota, the Egyptian princess and daughter of a pharaoh who fled from Egypt with her husband Gaythelos with a large following of people and settling in Scotland. From here they were forced to leave and landed in Ireland, where they formed the Scotti, and their kings became the high kings of Ireland. In later centuries, they returned to Scotland, defeating the Picts, and giving Scotland its name. The sculpture below is of Princess Meritaten, daughter of Pharaoh Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti, who sailed away in political exile, to Scotland and then Ireland sometime between 1400 to 1350 BC and later became Princess and Queen Scotia, after whom Scotland is named.

Irish Mythology - Queen Scotia

The Milesians were the third group to settle in the Tralee region. According to legend, they invaded Ireland in 100 BC. Landing in Waterville, they had several battles with the mystical Tuatha De Danaan, culminating in the battle of Sliabh Mish. The Tuatha Dé Danann (peoples of the goddess Danu), were a race of people in Irish mythology, derived from the pre-Christian deities of Ireland. They are said to be the fifth group of people to settle Ireland between 1900 and 1500 BC, conquering the island from the Fir Bolg.

In 500 BC, the first group to claim the Tralee area was the Ciarraige, a Pictish tribe from what is now Sligo and Roscommon. According to legend, they were descended from Queen Mebh's son Ciar. Ciarraige means "kingship of the people of Ciar" and where the name Kerry is said to have come from. The Celtic Fir Bolg arrived some years after the Ciarraige, settled in North Kerry and became known as the Corcu Duibne. These were an artistic and gifted people who best known for developing Ogham script. Ogham stones were once scattered throughout the Dingle Peninsula; examples can still be seen at Gallarus Oratory, Kilmalkedar Church, Ratass, and Chute Hall. The Corcu Duibne also had impressive building skills and built the spectacular stone promontory forts of Caherconree, Dunbeg and Dun Mor. Perhaps most unique of all is the Glenfahan Group of Huts in Dingle. This small "city" of beehive huts dates from the sixth or seventh century, covered several square miles and housed up to 2,000 people. This is truly an amazing part of the country.

Location of Scotia's Grave, Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland

Scotia's grave is on the southern slopes of Knockmichael Mountain (257m) in the Slieve Mish Mountain range at the east end of the Dingle Peninsula. Please note that this area can be boggy in winter and you could be devoured by Midges if you try this walk in the morning or evening!! Don't forget to drive to the top of the 'short' mountain for amazing views of both Tralee Bay and North Kerry and south to the Macgillycuddy reeks. Please note only roadside parking is available.

Scotia's Grave : Source......

Other links,
1. http://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-europe/scota-mother-scotland-and-daughter-pharaoh-003798

Ancient Mummy Found In Cork 1903

A 2,300 year old mummy was discovered hidden under floorboards at the Cork university in 1903.

However, they are adamant that the mummy -- hidden for years under floorboards in University College Cork (UCC) -- is the property of the Egyptian state and should be returned if it is suitable for shipment.

The mummy could become one of the centrepieces of a multi-million euro new museum to be opened within sight of the Giza pyramids and the Sphinx.

Egyptian officials are set to offer UCC the prospect of the mummy being loaned back at a future date and the inclusion of UCC on world tours of famous Egyptian artefacts.

However, prospects for a deal over the mysterious mummy have been thrown into turmoil after the recent revolution in Egypt, the retirement of one of Cairo's top Egyptologists and ongoing confusion over precisely how the mummy arrived at UCC.

The mummy was discovered at the college in 1903 and experts now believe the mummy and the sarcophagus in which it is kept, are from different eras.

The mummy is that of an adult male who lived around 300BC, but the coffin dates to between 600BC and 700BC.

Tuesday 14 June 2016

Was this Scottish Cave Actually a Druid Temple?

The mystery of the Gilme rton Cove, in Edinburgh, Scotland, has long perplexed historians, who theorized that it could have been any number of things: A secret drinking den for the upper class, a refuge for the religiously persecuted, a lair for smugglers, or even something to do with the Knights Templar.

The caves were discovered beneath a local blacksmith's former shop, and records indicate that the blacksmith, identified as George Paterson, built the caves in 1724.

But a Scottish historian and former museum director in Glasgow thinks that's hogwash.

The tunnels, Julian Spalding postulates, had been built prior to Paterson and then filled in by its original builders. Paterson merely dug it out, uncovering a network of caves that was thousands of years old.

“It is very probable that the whole complex was deliberately buried, a widespread ancient practice which prevented the subsequent defilement of sacred sites," Spalding tells The Scotsman. "This interpretation explains why two passages are still blocked by unexcavated rubble."

And the identities of the people behind the tunnels? Maybe Iron Age-era druids!

“Druids were known to meet in secret in woods and caves away from habitation," Spalding says.

Little is known about druids, an educated class of Celtic people said to have lived over two millennia ago. No archaeological evidence has ever been definitively tied to them.

If proven, Spalding says, the Gilmerton Cove would be the first.
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Who were the Druids

Very little is known about the ancient druids. They left no written accounts of themselves, and the only evidence is a few descriptions left by Greek, Roman, and various scattered authors and artists, as well as stories created later by medieval Irish writers.

The word “Druid” derives from the Latin “druidae” and from from Gaulish “druides”. It is also thought to stem from a Celtic compound of “dru-wid” – “dru” (tree) and “wid” (to know). The Old Irish form was “drui”, and in Modern Irish and Gaelic the word is “draoi” or “druadh” (magician or sorcerer). click to read more