Gaulish Custom
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From IVOS to Îuos – Reconstructing a Living Gaulish Festival Cycle
Written by Branos Carnutodrûidion/Urādos – Gutuatir of BNG One of the challenges of reconstructing a Gaulish tradition is deciding what to do with incomplete evidence. Sometimes we have little more than a divine name or a fragmentary inscription. In other cases,… Continue reading
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The Materês and your Tegobessus
Written by Branos Carnutodrûidion/Urādos – Gutuatir of BNG Often within our bessus, people ask who the Materês the “Great” or “Divine Mothers” are within Bessus Nouiogalation (BNG). The simple answer is that we intentionally keep the understanding somewhat open while still… Continue reading
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Carvonia and the Adventurer
By Cunincâ uiri seni/RabbitSage SC Long ago, there was an adventurer who got lost in the wilderness. Wandering aimlessly, starving and thirsty, he walked through the wilds for eight days. He never encountered another person, but he came upon a… Continue reading
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Along the Amber Road
Written by Alaunocerdos Uocassanos – Toution of BNG On honeyed hushed words you bind me To a path that has no lengthAnd on the Amber road I listenFor eloquence is far stronger than strength To all who don’t know how to… Continue reading
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Ateurextu in Bessus Nouiogalation
In our Bessus and Gaulish Polytheism, using one’s own terms enriches understanding and intention in spiritual practices. The term “Ateurextu” is introduced to describe reflective action, embodying a connection between belief and virtue. It advocates for practice shaped by intention… Continue reading
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Uentâ — the Place of Right Action
A basic altar setup in our Gaulish Practice is centered on intention and right action, is sufficient for creating a sacred space. The Uentâ, where offerings are made, becomes sacred through mindful rituals like Dugiion. This practice shows that clarity… Continue reading
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A Reflection on Lugus, Ogmios, and Îanolabâ in BNG
Explore how Lugus and Ogmios embody the sacred power of speech in Gaulish Polytheism, and how their voices shape the virtue of Îanolabâ—Right Speech. Continue reading
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Nemtona & the Living Boundaries of the Nemeton | Gaulish Sacred Space (BNG)
Who is Nemtona, and why does she guard the sacred space (Nemeton) in Gaulish Polytheism? Learn how she defines, purifies, and renews the living boundaries of ritual space in BNG. Continue reading
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Rite for Prosperity and Nourishment
In times of hardship, when the world feels uncertain and people go without, we return to the heart of our custom — to give so that others may give. This rite is an act of collective care and spiritual solidarity,… Continue reading
