Druidism Flourishes in Gaul and Britain
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: The Ancient World, Prehistory-476
- Categories: Religion, Ethics, Mythology, Folklore, Civilizations, Cultures
- Subcategories: Ceremonies, Rites, Rituals, Prehistoric Humans, Paganism, Witches, Witchcraft
- Curriculum: British History, French History, Ancient History
- Geographical Location: Britain, France, Gaul
- Date: c. 60
Article abstract: Druids, the priestly and intellectual class of the ancient Celts, ruled on civil and criminal proceedings, performed religious ceremonies, preserved tribal history and lore, and educated the young.
Summary of Event
Druids served as an intellectual caste of judges, prophets, and teachers at the top of the social structure of ancient Celtic culture. Because there are no written extant Druidic texts, it is difficult to be exact about either documenting the dating of their influence or even specifically defining their philosophies and...
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