| The Druids: Priests of the Ancient Celts Contributor(s): Lonigan, Paul R. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0313299552 ISBN-13: 9780313299551 Publisher: Praeger OUR PRICE: $94.05 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 1996 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Comparative Religion |
| Dewey: 299.16 |
| LCCN: 95046895 |
| Lexile Measure: 1390 |
| Series: Contributions to the Study of Religion, |
| Physical Information: 0.64" H x 5.7" W x 8.59" (0.64 lbs) 160 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This comprehensive study of the Druids offers a fresh look at the enigmatic and often controversial question of the role of these priests in Celtic society. The religion of Druidism is examined as an inheritance of Indo-European tradition, with intriguing analogies made between Irish and Roman cultic practices. The author identifies the functions of the ancient priests, providing an inventory of their duties and services. Druids are also defined in terms of their connections with other branches of Eurasian mysticism. This study will be of particular interest to scholars of Irish culture, Celtic culture, and comparative religion. |