The Skull: The seat of the Soul

Skulls were important in ancient Druidic/Celtic beliefs:

 • Symbol of the Ancestors: Skulls were seen as a connection to the ancestors. They represented the wisdom, experience, and spiritual energy of those who had passed away. By honoring the skulls of their ancestors, the Druids believed they could tap into this collective wisdom and gain guidance and protection.

 • Symbol of the Soul: The Druids believed that the soul resided in the head. They associated the head with the mind and intellect, and they believed that the soul was a spiritual essence that inhabited the brain and controlled a person's thoughts, emotions, and actions.

This belief was rooted in their observations of the human body and their understanding of the brain's role in consciousness and perception.

 • Symbol of Life and Death: In Druidic/Celtic culture, life and death were seen as interconnected. The skull, as the physical remains of a person, represented the end of life, but it also symbolized the potential for rebirth and transformation. Skulls were often used in rituals and ceremonies associated with death and the afterlife.

 • Symbol of Power and Protection: Skulls were believed to possess a powerful energy that could be harnessed for protection and divination. They were often used in rituals to ward off evil spirits and to gain insight into the future.

 • Symbol of Knowledge and Wisdom: The brain, located within the skull, was seen as the seat of intelligence and wisdom. By studying skulls, the Druids believed they could gain a deeper understanding of the human mind and spirit.

It's important to note that while skulls hold significant meaning for us Druids, they are not worshipped or idolized. They are seen as sacred objects that should be treated with respect and reverence.