Bessus means custom—the living ways through which we honor the Dêuoi, develop relationships, cultivate virtues, and care for our community. Here you can explore Bessus Nouiogalation, the foundations of our custom, and the worldview and stories that inform our practice.
About BNG
- What is Bessus Nouiogalation?
An introduction to our living Gaulish custom and how it takes shape today. - Bessus Nouiogalation Q&A
Answers to common questions about our ways and community. - What is a Galatis?
Our understanding of Galatis and the identity expressed through this word. - Ambi Exbiion Anson — About Our Symbol
The meaning of our symbol and its relationship to our custom.
Foundations of Our Custom
- Tricaddontoi — Three Sacred Ways
The connected ways of devotion, relationship, and living: Dêuontos, Anationtos, and Biuontos. - Îanoi — Virtues
The qualities we strive to cultivate through our choices, conduct, and care for others. - Anationtos — Way of Souls
Our animistic understanding of the world and our relationships with its many beings.
Worldview, Stories, and Symbols
- Sernis Bituion — Cosmology
Our understanding of the cosmos, its realms, and the relationship between Samos and Giamos. - Bessus Nouiogalation Mythology
Sacred stories through which we explore the Dêuoi, our values, and our place in the world. - Caddoi Senuî — Sacred Symbols
Symbols through which we express and reflect upon our custom.
Put Understanding into Practice
Our bessus grows through what we do. Explore Tegobessus — Household Custom to begin bringing these foundations into your home and daily life.
