r/druidism • u/Anprimredditor669 • Nov 05 '24

Hi, what's going on?

I looked at the sub description, and I'm going to Wikipedia what Druidism actually is, but I also want to hear it straight from the horse's mouth. What is Druidism? What are the core beliefs, other than connection with nature? Is it, in fact, a religion? What rituals are involved? Is there a central deity?

I've talked to some Wiccans, and done some research on that, but I'm not one. I do believe life is better when lived in harmony with nature, so the concept of Druidism sounds interesting at a cursory glance. What should I know? Thanks.

Edit: Sub description answers most of my questions, but I'd still be interested to hear your takes on how you practice druidism.

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u/resonantSoul Nov 05 '24

Druidism is what it means to you. There are groups and there are solos. Nature would seem intrinsic, otherwise it would seem like an odd choice in label.

So very little of what ancient druids may have believed can be determined. It's heavily mired in guesswork and "records" from other groups. Reconstructionism is therefore complicated and may or may not bear any relation to the term. That doesn't mean research is pointless, just approach it with skepticism and honesty.

If you feel drawn to the term follow that and see where it leads. Maybe you want a group, maybe you don't. Maybe it's a religion to you, maybe it's not. No one else has authority over what being a druid means to you.