The Elements of Celtic Christianity


"The Elements of Celtic Christianity" provides a thought-provoking examination of the spirit religion which flourished on the islands of Britain during the Dark Ages, and which was notable for its great simplicity, austerity and profound respect for the dignity and sanctity of nature.
This thoughtful and touching book explains:
- The historical and spiritual background of Celtic Christianity;
- The parallels between the Celtic Christian, the native Druidic and the Oriental traditions;
- The Celtic love and veneration of nature;
- The importance of Celtic Christianity to our spiritual and ecological survival.
1. The Relevance of Our Celtic Roots 1
2. Who Are These People? 18
3. The Faith Among The Britons 32
4. Theological, Psychological - or Pathological? 46
5. The Conversion of Wales, Scotland and Ireland 56
6. The Centuries of Sorrows 70
7. Celtic? Catholic? Or Simply Orthodox? 82
8. Celtic Christianity - So What? 96
Textual References 113
Bibliography 117
index 119

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