In the House of Memory Ancient Celtic Wisdom for Everyday Life

by Rabey, Steve

• ISBN13: 9780452279537
• ISBN10: 0452279534
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-11-01
• Publisher: Plume

Summary

In this uplifting book, Steve Rabey shows us how the vibrant culture and timeless spirituality of the ancient Celts can enrich our everyday lives. In the House of Memory introduces us to the basic tenets of Celtic spirituality, from its druidic origins to the coming of St. Patrick to the current worship of nature with Christian beliefs and an ageless celebration of word and song. Filled with practical experiences, blessings, prayers, myths, and excerpts from ancient texts, In the House of Memory invites us into a world of sacred mystery that is certain to enhance every aspect of our lives.

Author Biography

Steve Rabey, co-author of The Lessons Of St. Francis (Dutton), has written on religion for the New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and other magazines, and has been the Religion Editor of the Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph. He resides in Colorado Springs, CO.

Table of Contents

Introduction: A Distant Splendor	p. 1
Love of the Land	p. 7
The Bonds of Kin and Clan	p. 29
Druids and Heroes	p. 49
Seeing the World as Holy	p. 67
Making every Day Sacred	p. 87
Christianizing the Celts	p. 105
Monks and Monasteries	p. 129
Silence and Solitude	p. 149
Continual Prayer	p. 167
Wandering for God	p. 191
The Love of Learning	p. 209
Soul Friendship	p. 231
Care of the Soul	p. 245
Celtic Saints	p. 263
A Celebration of Song	p. 269
Sacred Sites	p. 275
Acknowledgments and Resources	p. 281
Talks and Tour	p. 284
Index	p. 285
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