Celtic Folklore Welsh, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): And Manx: And Manx (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Exploring sacred wells and ancient beliefs in Welsh folklore

Understand how wells and their surrounding rituals have shaped local traditions long before Christianity, and why sacred springs drew both reverence and fear. This edition gathers tales, commentary, and historical notes to illuminate how worship, superstition, and community memory intersect at wells across Wales. The text surveys well legends, priestly roles, and the persistence of primitive beliefs even as churches rise and fall. It weaves together specific examples—from St. Elian’s Well to others mentioned in regional folklore—to show how communities imagined power, curses, and protection through water, rites, and guardians.

• How sacred wells were chosen, protected, or repurposed by communities and clergy
• Stories of fairy visitations, magical guardians, and the idea of a priesthood tied to a spring
• Connections between Welsh verse, legend, and the practices surrounding wells
• Notes on historical sources and regional variations in well lore

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