The Druid Source Book by John Matthews

the Druids have long been misrepresented and misunderstood. The only true records that survive from when the Druids originally flourished are those of the classical writers who were completely oposed to Druids and their practices. Julius Caesar wrote disparagingly about them and sought to destroy them. since then much ill- informed and prejudiced writing about Druids has resulted in ridicle and misconception.
The historical reality is that Druidism and early Christianity lived side by side for a long period, and a considerable amount of Druid philosophy was absorbed into Christianity itself. Whether Druidism is regarded as a celtic priesthood in origin and name, or a religion, it is clear that druids adn Druidism were important aspects of the life of the early European peoples, especially in Britian..........
 
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