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Celtic Symbol Meanings | Celtic Meanings for Symbols Site for Celtic symbol meanings. There are a variety of designs and a huge collection of Celtic meanings. These include Knotwork, Borders, Fonts and Lettering, Zoomorphics, Plant Forms, Human Figures, Key Patterns and Spirals.
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The symbols of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittan, etc. have been around for thousands of years. Our designs are rich in folklore and history. Many of the designs you see today were inspired from the Book of Kells, the book of Dunborrow and the like. Knotwork, animals, and nature are often used to bring a mystery and art to into our lives and help ensure that Celtic Culture is not forgotten. Frequently people ask what the meanings of designs are. The list below is an exellent (popular idea) reference of symbols and their history. Following that is a further analysis of symbols in general. Directory
Our designs represent the heart of our people. Our spirit to fight is renowned throughout the world and we are known as courageous warriors. We have a combination of noble values and in our art there is a timeless symbolism that has kept our patterns popular throughout the ages. The following are the major types of our art and symbolism. Main types of Gaulish art: (Click a topic to view the essay.)
Zoomorphics/Zoomorphism
Key Patterns
Design Meanings: (Click a topic to view the essay.)
Arrow
Cat Tara Twist Irish Claddagh | Claddagh Ring cross Dragons Triquetra Triquetra (with circle) Trinity Knot Triskelion Triscle/Triskle/Triquetra/Trinity Triskele Awen Motherhood Symbol Horse Venus of Willendorf Dogs Wheel of Balance Wheel of Being, the Fivefold Pattern Double Spiral
Clockwise Spiral Illuminated Manuscripts Four Blade Celtic Cross Other
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Cerunnos Flags Triqueta Cross Maze Patterns Four Rings Ancient Knotwork cross Lovers Cross Holy Cross Gravestone cross axe pendant Holy Grail Celtic Cross - Also called the Greek Cross, this ancient design is a symbol of universal balance and harmony, and has been associated with a number of secret societies - including the Knight's Templar - with associations with the Holy Grail. This Holy Grail cross has a knotwork pattern, reflecting the Celtic origin of the Grail legend. Woven Cross Elf Knot Three Moons as One Breton Knot Cornish Knot Double Dragon Matte Circle Three Point Circle
Clan Badges
Bucklers Love Knot Tattoo Stationary Borders Fonts Alphabets Symbol Dictionary Letterings Plantforms Human Figures
People Dancing
Wings - used to loosen the ties of earthly matters
Harps - One of the symbols of Ireland. Immortality, the 3 melodies of the soul: laughter, slumber, and a sigh
Pentacle - 5 stages of life: birth, youth, adulthood, old age, and death. Five elements of earth, air, fire, water, and spirit.
Lions - Dignity
Dolphin - protection
Mazes - used for centuries to aid meditation
Dots - children (Inspired by the Book of Kells)
Bears
Snakes
Orobus
Shamrock - Irish symbol for luck
Thistle - National symbol of Scotland.
Druidic Threefold Sister Goddess: Fotla/Eiru/Banba. In Wicca it represents the threefold mother goddess: Maiden/Mother/Crone.
Circle: represents the sun, the moon, fruits, bird’s nest, the door through which all are born, and the human eye. God’s love and Omega; birth, death and rebirth. The truth about symbols.
The truth is that the symbolism of designs not readily apparent. To find the real meaning of artwork you have to look much deeper, and we should work together as a Community to accomplish this goal.
If you have any symbol meaning suggestions please feel free to submit them. We do our best to be as accurate as possible ... and to provide a variety of themes and thoughts.
See Also
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