The Celtic and the Sacred Trees
Back in the day, trees had a special place in Celtic
culture. Almost all of the trees found in the Celtic
countries were revered and people believed that these gentle
giants had special powers. These sacred Celtic trees served
as an abode of fairies and spirits.
Everything revolves around these sacred trees. The Celtic
year consists of thirteen lunar months, representing the
cycles of the moon. And each lunar month was linked to one
of the sacred Celtic trees. From there, the druids derived a
Shamanic alphabet, known as the Ogham. Celtic druids also
noticed that, when a child is born in a certain month of
their “tree calendar”, it would develop certain qualities.
Thus, they established something like their own Celtic tree
astrology.
Birch, the Achiever (Dec. 24 – Jan. 20)
If you were
born in the month of the birch, you probably have a fresh
and unusual outlook on life. People born under this Celtic
tree astrology sign tend to be highly driven and are always
full of zeal and ambition. They always want more and try to
reach new horizons and expand their knowledge. Some of the
characteristics attributed to the Birch sign are tolerance,
toughness, and leadership. The Birch signs can brighten a
room with their smile and quickly charm other people. This
sign of the Celtic zodiac is compatible with the Vine and
Willow signs.
Rowan, the Thinker (Jan. 21 – Feb. 17)
Rowan is the
philosophical sign of the Celtic zodiac. People born under
this Celtic tree astrology sign tend to be keen-minded
visionaries, with creative thoughts and high ideals. They
tend to be aloof and often feel like other people don’t
understand them. However, the Rowan signs are full of energy
and devotion and are passionate when it comes to persuasion.
The Rowan from the Celtic tree horoscope is compatible with
the Ivy and Hawthorn signs.
Ash, the Enchanter (Feb. 18 – March 17)
Free thinkers are born under the Ash Celtic tree astrology
sign. They possess vivid imagination, intuition and their
second nature is to be artists. They can see the world
crystal clear, but have the tendency to be moody and
withdrawn at times. Don’t think that they have some sort of
a bipolar disorder. It’s all due to the fact that their
inner world is constantly moving and changing. These
enchanters from the Ash sign are drawn towards art, writing,
spiritual matters, and even science. Good partners for this
Celtic tree astrology sign are the Willow and Reed signs.
Alder, the Trailblazer (March 18 – Apr. 14)
Those born under the Alder sign are natural pathfinders.
They have the ability to move people and quickly gain
followers to their cause. The Alders have a way with words,
mingle easily and people love to be around them. They
possess a mystic charisma, confidence and strong self-faith.
Other character traits are: a good focus on goals and ideas,
can’t tolerate fluff and waste. Birches, Oaks and Hawthorns
pair well with this self-assured Celtic tree astrology sign.
Willow, the Observer (Apr. 15 – May 12)
According to the Celtic horoscope, people born under the
sign of the Willow hold many aspects of the lunar realm.
They tend to be highly creative and intuitive and often
possess higher IQ. Willow signs understand cycles and know
very well that everything that happens in your life can
teach you a lesson. This Celtic tree astrology sign is
patient and down to earth. Ivy and Birch signs can be a good
match for the Willow sign.
Hawthorn, the Illusionist (May 13 – June 9)
Just like Gemini in western astrology, the Hawthorn from the
Celtic tree astrology isn’t all that it appears to be. Their
exterior world can be completely different from the inner
landscape and they can show a new side to you each day. If
you hang out with Hawthorn signs too often, you’ll see that
they put the term “never judge a book by its cover” to the
test. They have this never-dying creative flame, always full
of energy and curiosity.
This sign from the Celtic horoscope can adapt to any
situation and can be both a good listener and give inspiring
speeches. A good match for this shapeshifter can be the Ash
or Rowan sign.
Oak, the Stabilizer (June 10 – July 7)
The Celtic druids knew that, when a child was born under the
Oak sign, it’d possess a special gift of strength. People
from this Celtic tree astrology sign become protectors of
the weak and speak for those who don’t have a voice. They
are generous, helpful, and gentle. The Oaks have a deep
understanding of history and ancestry and maybe that’s the
reason why many of them become teachers. Suitable partners
for this crusader of the Celtic tree zodiac are Ash and
Reed, but can reach harmony with Ivy signs too.
Holly, the Ruler (July 8 – Aug. 4)
The noble one among the Celtic tree astrology signs is the
Holly. Those born under this sign are natural leaders and
easily acquire power and higher status. They can
effortlessly tackle the hardest tasks and often possess rare
skills and tact. The Holly is always set to reach its goal
and can be too competitive and ambitious at times. This tree
sign brims with confidence, kindness and passion. However,
if it doesn’t lead and active lifestyle, the Holly can
become too lazy. Ash and Elder signs can form a good
partnership with the noble Holly sign.
Hazel, the Knower (Aug. 5 – Sept. 1)
When a person is born under the energy of the Hazel, he or
she becomes highly intelligent, organized and excels in the
classroom. Just like the Holly, this Celtic tree sign is
naturally gifted when it comes to knowledge. They possess
the ability to recite and recall information, which makes
them appear as know-it-all to others. However, you can’t
blame the Hazel for being naturally smart. This clever sign
from the Celtic tree horoscope pairs well with the Hawthorn
and Rowan signs.
Vine, the Equalizer (Sept. 2 – Sept. 29)
The Vine is another shapeshifter of the Celtic astrology.
This is due to the fact that people born under this sign are
born within the autumnal equinox. This makes them
unpredictable, contradictive, and often indecisive. They can
see the good and bad in each story, which makes it hard for
them to pick a side. However, they are always sure when it
comes to their taste in food, wine, music and art – they
have a soft spot for guilty pleasures. Vines have a thing
for luxury and refinement. Willow and Hazel can suit their
classic style.
Ivy, the Survivor (Sept. 30 – Oct. 27)
The Ivy Celtic tree sign is blessed with the ability to
overcome all odds and can survive in any situation. People
born under the energy of the Ivy are loyal, compassionate
and have a sharp intellect. Life may be unfair to them at
times, but they endure the troubles with soulful grace. They
can be drawn to the spiritual world and their faith is
deeply rooted. Ivy signs are charming, soft-spoken and have
a good compatibility with the Oak and Ash signs.
Reed, the Inquisitor (Oct. 28 – Nov. 24)
The one that keeps secrets between the tree signs of the
Celtic horoscope is the Reed. This sign can dig deep to find
the real meaning of things and discover the truth. People
born under this Celtic tree sign love a good story, gossip
and scandals. This makes them perfect historians,
journalists, detectives, and archaeologists.
They have the ability to find the core of things and strip
every layer of the story. However, they tend to be a bit
manipulative at times, but still have a strong sense of
truth and honor. Suited companions for this curious sign are
other Reeds, Ash or Oak signs.
Elder, the Seeker (Nov. 25 – Dec. 23)
The last in the Celtic tree astrology pantheon is the Elder
tree sign. People from this sign love freedom and others may
see them as wild and untamed. The slogan of their life is
“Live fast”, always seeking thrills and adventures. They are
often misunderstood and treated as outsiders, even though
they are extroverts by nature.
However, the Elder signs can be deeply thoughtful, often
very considerate of others and love to lend a helping hand.
This misjudged sign fits well with the Alder and Holly
signs.
