Download or read book Celtic Heritage Saints written by Marian Keaney and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text explores the lives of various Celtic saints from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany and southern Gaul. With illustrations by Jeanette Dunne, this is a wonderful taste of the mysticism, art and learning associated with their lives.
Download or read book Holy Companions written by Sylvia Maddox and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2004-08 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Let the lives and the wisdom of the Celtic saints teach you to pray. An excellent resource for individuals or groups who want to learn from the masters.
Download or read book Who are the Celtic Saints written by Kathleen Jones and published by Canterbury Press Norwich. This book was released on 2002 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cutting through the mists of Celtic myth, this historical account introduces the saints to us as real men and women in pursuit of holiness. The Celtic period began in 435 and ended in 715; this work tells the stories of the various branches of the Celtic church in this period.
Download or read book Irish Saints written by Robert T. Reilly and published by Wings. This book was released on 1992 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The trials and successes of the twelve Irish saints including Ireland's Patron Saint Patrick, Saint Brigid, who founded Ireland's first community of sisters, and many others who were either canonized or saintly laypersons. A classic volume providing insight into the facts and legends of these remarkable people.
Download or read book Celtic Saints of Scotland Northumbria and the Isle of Man written by Elizabeth Rees and published by . This book was released on 2017-06-08 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most books about Celtic saints are based on their legendary medieval lives. This book, however, focuses on the sites where these early Christians lived and worked. Archaeology, combined with early inscriptions and texts, offers us important clues which help us to piece together something of the fascinating world of early Christianity. The book is illustrated with the author's own evocative photographs of the sites where the Celtic saints of north Britain worked and prayed. The reader is therefore drawn into the beautiful world which these men and women inhabited. 'Celtic Saints of Scotland' includes accounts of most well-known saints, and a number of less famous individuals. It is not, however, exhaustive: lack of historical data means that there are hundreds more Celtic monks and nuns, of whom we know little beyond their names. The book is easy to read, with an Introduction and maps to pinpoint the sites described and photographed. It is aimed at a broad reading public. Since it is both readable and fully illustrated, it will appeal to anyone interested in history, landscape or spirituality, and to tourists in Scotland, Northumbria and the Isle of Man. Based on sound scholarship, it will also be of value to students of history, religion and culture.
Download or read book The Celtic Saints Our Heritage written by Daphne Desiree Charlotte Pochin Mould and published by Hassell Street Press. This book was released on 2021-09-09 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book The Celtic Saints written by Nigel Pennick and published by Sterling Publishing (NY). This book was released on 1998-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fascinating guide to the lives & lore of national heroes & local legends is at the same time a journey into the past & a celebration of the enduring legacy of the Celtic saints.
Download or read book Dictionary of Celtic Saints written by Elizabeth Rees and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout the Celtic world, in Britain, Ireland and France, the early Christian saints left a profound legacy to the history and culture of Northern Europe.This is the first ever dictionary of Celtic saints and is fully illustrated with photographs of where each saint lived and worked, ranging from ruined monasteries to holy wells, and from caves to Roman and Celtic forts. The reader is therefore drawn into the beautiful world which these men and women inhabited, while also being able to trace the history and legend surrounding these early British Christians. Easy to use, with an Introduction and maps to pinpoint the sites described in the text, A Dictionary of Celtic Saints will appeal to anyone interested in history, landscape or spirituality. Based on sound scholarship, it will also be helpful to students of civilisation and culture.Elizabeth Rees is a Roman Catholic nun with a Master’s degree from Oxford. She is one of Britain’s leading authorities on the Celtic saints and is the author of many books on the early Christian world.
Download or read book The Latin Irish Lives of Ciaran written by Robert Alexander Stewart Macalister and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-08-22 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Robert Alexander Stewart Macalister's book, 'The Latin & Irish Lives of Ciaran,' delves into the hagiography of one of Ireland's most revered saints, St. Ciaran of Clonmacnoise. Through the comparison of Latin and Irish sources, Macalister offers a comprehensive analysis of the life and miracles of St. Ciaran, shedding light on the cultural and religious significance of this early Irish saint. The book is meticulously researched and presented in a scholarly yet accessible manner, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars of early Irish history and hagiography. Macalister's blend of linguistic expertise and historical insight brings new depth to the study of St. Ciaran's life and legacy. Robert Alexander Stewart Macalister, a prominent Celtic scholar and archaeologist, dedicated much of his career to studying ancient Irish texts and monuments. His passion for the preservation and interpretation of early Irish history is evident in 'The Latin & Irish Lives of Ciaran,' where he skillfully combines his knowledge of language, history, and archaeology to paint a vivid portrait of St. Ciaran and the world in which he lived. I highly recommend 'The Latin & Irish Lives of Ciaran' to anyone interested in early Irish history, hagiography, or the intersection of language and culture. Macalister's thorough research and insightful analysis make this book a must-read for those looking to deepen their understanding of Ireland's rich religious heritage.
Download or read book Celtic Christian Spirituality written by and published by SkyLight Paths Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Celtic Christians beheld the world around them and perceived the divine life of God as upholding every aspect of the material universe. Their prayers and poems, their liturgies and theological interpretations give Christians a sense of faith that is confident in a merciful and infinitely creative, healing God.
Download or read book Celtic Saints written by Martin Wallace and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 1995 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ireland of the Dark Ages inspired strange and marvelous legends that intertwined history and fancy. Today these legends live on in the stories of wandering saints who traveled throughout the British Isles and Europe. From St. Patrick, who chased the snakes from Ireland, to Brigid, the wise woman of Kildare, this book tells the stories of 30 saints, with each depicted in full-color illustrations reminiscent of stained glass windows.
Download or read book The Celtic Saints written by Daphne Desiree Charlotte Pochin Mould and published by . This book was released on 1956 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Study of the Celtic Church from the 5th to the 12th century.
Download or read book Celtic Saints written by Elizabeth Rees and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who were the Celtic saints of Britain? Why did them embark on long pilgrimages? Where were they going and what prompted them to make such journeys? Elizabeth Rees recreates the experiences of many of the well-known and lesser known Celtic missionaries, saints, monks, nuns and martyrs, pieced together through archaeological and literary evidence. Furnished with maps of sites mentioned in the text, routes taken and drawings of artefacts and buildings.
Download or read book Celtic Saints of Ireland written by Elizabeth Rees and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most books about Celtic saints are based on their legendary medieval lives. This book, however, is based upon our earliest surviving information: an examination of the sites where these early Christians lived and worked. Archaeology, combined with the study of place names, inscribed stones and early texts, offers us important clues which help us to piece together something of the fascinating world of early Irish Christianity. Elizabeth Rees, an acknowledged authority on Celtic Christianity, has produced this insightful history which is the first in an exciting new series. Illustrated throughout with her own evocative photographs of where these saints resided and worked, the reader is drawn into the beautiful world which these men and women inhabited.
Download or read book Visions and Voyages written by Fay Sampson and published by Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge. This book was released on 1998 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After the Romans left Britain, the Celtic church had to survive on its own. Fay Sampson guides us through the events and personalities of this time with an entertaining mixture of narrative and commentary.
Download or read book Twenty Tales of Irish Saints written by Alice Curtayne and published by Sophia Institute Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alice Curtayne has collected stories that reflect not only the holiness but also the gaiety of the saints -- appealing to readers of all ages -- and she tells them with the poetry and feeling that mark the work of every true Irish storyteller.
Download or read book Praying with the Celtic Saints written by Mary C. Earle and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celtic spirituality, with its rich history, sense of wonder, reverence for nature, and colorful personalities, has an enduring appeal for Christians and others in the world today. The Celtic prayer tradition is practical and down-to-earth, and at the same time thoroughly sacramental. It is a way of prayer that remains living and vital for the new millennium. Praying with the Celtic Saints introduces fifteen unique companions for the journey -- male and female, heroic and holy, gentle and visionary -- who accompany us into a tradition that is deeply grounded in the Trinity and the Incarnation. This centuries-old tradition remains ever fresh and instrumental in bringing forth Christ's own newness.
