The Cailleach and Brigid: Seasonal Powers in Gaelic Tradition
Artwork © Wyn Abbot. All rights belong to the artist. Introduction: Divine Figures in the Turning of the Year The figures of the Cailleach and Brigid occupy a central place in Gaelic seasonal lore, representing the shifting forces of winter and spring in the landscapes of Ireland and Scotland. Although they emerge from different strands…
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The Cailleach and the Wild Wisdom of Winter
In Celtic mythology, the Cailleach is a powerful and ancient figure known as the old woman of winter. Her name comes from a Gaelic word meaning “old woman” or “hag,”. She appears in many traditional stories from Scotland, Ireland, and the Isle of Man and is said to control winter, shape the landscape, and command…
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The Illuminated Pathway 