'Gwion Bach' is the first poem in the Taliesin-Ceridwen sequence. The sequence is a re-imagining of the symbolic dimension to the old Welsh story - as found in the Hanes Taliesin for example. Many modern commentators see the Taliesin-Ceridwen-Cauldron story as a profound meditation on ancient Celtic understandings of creativity.
'Gwion Bach' (Poem 1 of the Ceridwen-Taliesin Sequence') copyright Ian Irvine (Hobson) 2014, all rights reserved.
Magical cauldrons being one of the chief magical tools in ancient welsh mythology, the training of a wizard would be appropriate. I am somewhat familiar with Taliesin in the mythology, but not with this particular tale. I look forward to a great retelling here Ian. Bob
An eerie tale and one that I lack understanding enough to interpret. Left me wondering about a boy left for a year and a day to fend for himself in the wilderness. But it may be more symbolic than real.
The captivating music of birds and the enchanting beauty of roses have, each in their own right, inspired people around the world for as long as anyone can remember. How the two combine with the challenges faced by a struggling writer in Georgia to c
A way to use your mind for silent communication. Speaking about the methods in the book I have used since a young age.
21st Century learning. I also have a GoFundMe page to ask for funds so I can research with other people and add their experiences
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