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Queen of the Night: Rediscovering the Celtic Moon Goddess Paperback – January 1, 2005

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Queen of the Night helps readers understand the role and power of the moon in the ancient religions, folklore, and mythology of Ireland and the British isles and then discover how to tap that power in their daily lives.

Queen of the Night is a journey into the world of Celtic cosmology, shamanism, and sacred animals, as well as Celtic language, art, and culture, to discover the power and centrality of the moon. Since the earliest times, from stone circles and passage graves to the rites and customs of Druids, the moon has been the symbol of the Goddess and has played a crucial role in worship and celebration.

In 13 chapters representing the moon's monthly and annual cycles, NicMhacha tells the story of Celtic moon mythology, as well as touching upon Greek, Hindu, and Norse traditions. Each chapter sets forth the role of the moon in Celtic tradition and culture and includes poetry, quotes, or prayers honoring the moon. At the end of each chapter, she offers meditations, ceremonies, and exercises to help readers connect with the moon and apply its power to their lives.

From the world of fairies to bards, seekers, and shamans/ from the moon's role in the secret meetings of women spinners to the role of sacred animals and mythic beings, Queen of the Night is a lively, informative, and transformative book for anyone who wants to understand and experience the power of the moon.

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    267 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Weiser
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 2005
  5. Dimensions
    6.06 x 0.9 x 8.98 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1578632846
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1578632848
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Sharynne MacLeod NicMhacha is a writer, musician, and practicing pagan of Scottish and Irish ancestry. A member of the Celtic band The Moors, winner of the best CD of the year from Noise magazine, MacLeod NicMhacha studied Celtic languages and literature at Harvard University. Her articles have appeared in New Age Journal, Shaman's Drum, Earth Star, and Green Egg. She lives in Massachusetts.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Weiser (January 1, 2005)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 267 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1578632846
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1578632848
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 0.035 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.06 x 0.9 x 8.98 inches
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Jonathan
5.0 out of 5 stars Well-researched and informative
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This is a wonderful book. I think it is somewhat mistitled, which is the publisher's fault rather than the author's. It's not so much a book about the Celtic Moon Goddess as it is a cross-cultural survey of Moon worship, with a secondary research question as to whether there's any evidence for the existence of a Moon Goddess in ancient Celtic (and more specifically, Brythonic) cultures. Understanding it for what it is, though, it's an excellent and informative piece of work, and it makes a unique and significant contribution to the landscape of Pagan publishing.

MacLeod NicMhacha's book perfectly straddles the line between a scholarly work (thoroughly researched and footnoted) and a practitioner's guide. The writing is clean and readable, and each chapter includes suggested activities and meditations for practitioners looking to deepen their relationship with the Moon. Some of the sources she cites are out of date--she relies on Mircea Eliade a little too much for my taste--but this is nonetheless a serious, grounded, and informative work. MacLeod NicMhacha makes a compelling case for what can (and can't) be said about Moon worship in ancient Celtic religion. This book is designed to make scholarly information available to modern Pagans, and it brings a much-needed note of seriousness and reality to the Pagan conversation about ancient Moon Goddesses.
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Jamieson Haverkampf
5.0 out of 5 stars Well-researched book on moon symbolism and related Celtic mythological characters
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Written by the same author as Celtic Myth and Religion and The Divine Feminine in Ancient Europe, this well-researched book focuses on the moon symbolism, female mythological characters embodying moon symbolism, and the associated relationship with the Celtic people and the British Isles. An entire chapter explores various world cultures and their relationship with the moon. In another chapter, the author explores the concept of the Celtic Moon Goddess in relation to The Mabinogi, specifically looking at the female character of Arianrhod in Welch tales. There is also an extensive bibliography for further research. Fascinating book, highly recommended.

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Arielle A Hart
5.0 out of 5 stars Queen of the Night
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2011
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I read Queen of the Night upon immediate arrival! It is a fascinating read and quite scholarly. I recommend it highly to whomever might be interested in more knowledge and understanding of the Celtic Moon Goddess; particularly, Arianrhod. Nicmhacha is specially well-versed in the Arthurian legend and the numerous books from various countries, sources and time periods. I was quite impressed with her work on the Otherworldly Queen, Argante. The author's comparative charts are wonderful. I give this book a rating of 5 stars. You cannot go wrong in purchasing this title and allowing the author to weave her magic.
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U.S. Army Major
4.0 out of 5 stars More Information About the Celtic Moon Worship Than You'll Probably Ever Want to Know
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2013
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Well, I was interested in the Celtic tradition of moon worship and the author dished out so much information I needed to take a few weeks to absorb it all. If you are REALLY, I mean REALLY interested in the Celtic tradition of Moon worship this is the one and only book to purchase. Not a "light" read by any means.
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Rev. Donna M. Swindells
5.0 out of 5 stars Queen of the Night rules!
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2008
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I am been studying the Celtic spirituality, and wanted more information about their Moon Goddess. This book is a "must have" for those serious in finding addtional information that is found no where else. Loved this Book, highly recommend it to those wanting & searching for the eternal Mistress of the Night, the Celtic Moon Goddess.
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D. J. Martinez
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2013
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I read this book last year and it was very intriguing about the different Gods and Goddesses who rule the night. It even goes over different practices of different cultures. Must have book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2015
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It is great more Celtic Reconstructionists are writing for a growing audience that is not inspired by the new age, wiccan and western esoteric traditons.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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Wonderful book of Morgana
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sharon e
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in Canada on October 9, 2015
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More conjecture than real scholarship, although it includes a forward by a Professor at Harvard.
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firefly
4.0 out of 5 stars academic meets esoteric
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2013
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Nice mix of academic theory and facts and meditations/exercises to tune into the subject yourself. Well written and a good introduction to Celtic tradition based on academic research, instead of unclear assumptions on the subject.
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