Celtic Zodiac

[black dove]

Ok, so I came across this a while back, but I haven't seen any posts on it. It describes me, my mom, and one of my brothers very accurately, but my father its a swing and a miss. My sign is the Willow tree, and it basically describes me to a T. I'm just looking for other's opinions on it. I'm not typically ones to believe in zodiacs; I just think that its interesting that it would be accurate on the majority of my immediate family

Sadly, the site that I usually use to reference the astrological signs is currently under maintenance.

[being-singular-plural]

Thanks BlackDove,
That is cool stuff! I have always specialized in the western zodiac, the Chinese zodiac, and a little bit of the ancient Vedic system of India. But two other systems do have a lot to offer--one, as you rightly point out, is the Celtic system and the other is the First Nations zodiac of the North American aboriginal tribes. There is not nearly enough information about these zodiacs. In Celtic, I am a Hazelnut tree! YAY! and in the Native North American traditions, I am a Raven..Woo Hoo!! More websites and books need to be published about these traditions as they can be "spot on," or, at the very least, help to add another layer to our complex identities! Maybe you should write a Celtic Zodiac book for us, Black Dove? If you do have any beneficial resources about it to share, please post them! Thanks for drawing our attention to these alternative zodiacs!

[black dove]

Well heres a link to the site... I haven't really explored it very much, but I'm sure by the time its finished renovating, the Celtic Zodiac one will still be in there. http://www.novareinna.com/chamber_renovate.html Last time I checked it (before the renovations), it had SO much detail to go along with the signs--From deities to poems, to mottos to history/key figures, and sooooo much more.

I've never seen the Native American Zodiacs before, but apparently I'm a beaver. hahaha. I'm not too sure about how it suits me, but its definitely interesting.


So, so far I'm a
Chinese: Chicken
Celtic: Willow Tree *Most thorough for me
Native American: Beaver
and Greek (or whatever the one everyone refers to is): Taurus

As for a book, I wish! I don't have the time, let alone the priority to write a book. Hahaha! I'm too busy writing essays for my English 1020 class. Though, I'm glad to bring up a new topic on this site ^.^

[AutumnMaidens]

I use the celtic zodiac as well, have an agenda on it. The 15th of april was the beginning of the celtic tree month of willow.
I'm a mix between Alder and Ash because I was born on the night of the 17th which is the time when the month turns from Alder to Ash. It's lovely to use when working with trees, starting a connection with a certain tree knowing that you were born under it's sign. Trees are very spiritual on their own anyway.

Bless

[Symandinome]

Here is information I found in regards to Celtic Tree Astrology. I thought that I would put it here since there were pictures to go along with the information.

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Birch
Birch - The Achiever
December 24 – January 20
If you were born under the energy of the Birch you can be highly driven, and often motivate others they become easily caught in your zeal, drive and ambition. You are always reaching for more, seeking better horizons and obtaining higher aspirations. The Druids attributed this to your time of birth, which is a time of year shrouded by darkness, so consequently you are always stretching out to find the light. Birch signs (just like the tree) are tolerant, tough, and resilient. You are cool-headed and are natural-born rulers, often taking command when a situation calls for leadership. When in touch with your softer side, you also bring beauty in otherwise barren spaces, brightening up a room with you guile, and charming crowds with you quick wit. Celtic tree astrology Birch signs are compatible with Vine signs and Willow signs.

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Rowan
Rowan - The Thinker
January 21 – February 17
Celtic tree astrology recognizes Rowan signs as the philosophical minds within the zodiac. If you were born under the Rowan energy, you are likely a keen-minded visionary, with high ideals. Your thoughts are original and creative, so much so, that other’s often misunderstand from where you are coming. This sometimes makes you aloof when interacting with others as you feel they wouldn’t understand where you are coming from anyway. Nevertheless, although you may appear to have a cool exterior, you are burning within from your passionate ideals. This inner passion provides inner motivation for you as you make your way through life. You have a natural ability to transform situations and people around you by your mere presence. You are highly influential in a quiet way and others look to you for your unique perspectives. Rowan pairs well with Ivy and Hawthorn signs

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Ash
Ash - The Enchanter
February 18 – March 17
Those born under the Celtic tree astrology sign of the Ash are free thinkers. Imaginative, intuitive, and naturally artistic, you see the world in water-color purity. You have a tendency to moody and withdrawn at times, but that’s only because your inner landscape is in constant motion. You are in touch with your muse, and you are easily inspired by nature. Likewise, you inspire all that you associate with and people seek you out for your enchanting personality. Art, writing (especially poetry), science, and theology (spiritual matters) are areas that strongly interest you. Others may think you are reclusive, but in all honesty, you are simply immersed in your own world of fantastic vision and design. You are in a constant state of self-renewal and you rarely place a value on what others think about you. Ash signs partner well with Willow and Reed signs.

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Alder
Alder - The Trailblazer
March 18 – April 14 If you are an Alder sign within the Celtic tree astrology system, you are a natural-born pathfinder. You’re a mover and a shaker, and will blaze a trail with fiery passion often gaining loyal followers to your cause. You are charming, gregarious and mingle easily with a broad mix of personalities. In other words, Alder signs get along with everybody and everybody loves to hang around with you. This might be because Alder’s are easily confident and have a strong self-faith. This self-assurances is infectious and other people recognize this quality in you instantly. Alder Celtic tree astrology signs are very focused and dislike waste. Consequently, they can see through superficialities and will not tolerate fluff. Alder people place high value on their time, and feel that wasting time is insufferable. They are motivated by action and results. Alder’s pair well with Hawthorns, Oaks or even Birch signs.

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Willow
Willow - The Observer
April 15 – May 12
If you are a Willow sign, you are ruled by the moon, and so your personality holds hands with many of the mystical aspects of the lunar realm. This means you are highly creative, intuitive (highly psychic people are born under the sign of the Willow) and intelligent. You have a keen understanding of cycles, and you inherently know that every situation has a season. This gives you a realistic perspective of things, and also causes you to be more patient than most tree signs. With your intelligence comes a natural ability to retain knowledge and you often impress your company with the ability to expound on subjects from memory. Willow Celtic tree astrology signs are bursting with potential, but have a tendency to hold themselves back for fear of appearing flamboyant or overindulgent. It is your powers of perception that ultimately allow your true nature to shine, and what leads you to success in life. Willow signs join well with the Birch and the Ivy.

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Hawthorn
Hawthorn - The Illusionist
May 13 – June 9
Hawthorn signs in Celtic tree astrology are not at all what they appear to be. Outwardly, they appear to be a certain persona, while on the inside Hawthorn’s are quite different. They put the term “never judge a book by its cover” to the test. They live seemingly average lives while on the inside they carry fiery passions and inexhaustible creative flame. They are well adjusted and can adapt to most life situations well – making themselves content and comforting others at the same time. You are naturally curious, and have an interest in a broad range of topics. You are an excellent listener, and people seek you out as an outlet to release their burdens. You have a healthy sense of humor, and have a clear understanding of irony. You tend to see the big picture, and have amazing insight – although you typically won’t give yourself enough credit for your observations. Hawthorn signs match up nicely with Ash and Rowan’s.

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Oak
Oak - The Stabilizer
June 10 – July 7
Those born under the Celtic tree astrology sign of the Oak have a special gift of strength. They are protective people and often become a champion for those who do not have a voice. In other words, the Oak is the crusader and the spokesperson for the underdog. Nurturing, generous and helpful, you are a gentle giant among the Celtic zodiac signs. You exude an easy confidence and naturally assume everything will work out to a positive outcome. You have a deep respect for history and ancestry, and many people with this sign become teachers. You love to impart your knowledge of the past to others. Oak signs have a need for structure, and will often go to great lengths to gain the feeling of control in their lives. Healthy Oak signs live long, full, happy lives and enjoy large family settings and are likely to be involved with large social/community networks. Oak signs pair off well with the Ash and Reed, and are known to harmoniously join with Ivy signs too.

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Holly
Holly - The Ruler
July 8 – August 4
Among the Celtic tree astrology signs the Holly is one of regal status. Noble, and high-minded, those born during the Holly era easily take on positions of leadership and power. If you are a Holly sign you take on challenges easily, and you overcome obstacles with rare skill and tact. When you encounter setbacks, you simply redouble your efforts and remain ever vigilant to obtain your end goals. Very seldom are you defeated. This is why many people look up to you and follow you as their leader. You are competitive and ambitious even in the most casual settings. You can appear to be arrogant but in actuality you’re just very confident in your abilities. Truth be known, you are quite generous, kind and affectionate (once people get to know you). Highly intelligent, you skate through academics where others may struggle. Because many things come to you so easily, you may have a tendency to rest on your laurels. In other words, if not kept active, you may slip into an unhealthy and lazy lifestyle. Holly signs may look to Ash and Elder signs for balance and partnership.

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Hazel
Hazel - The Knower
August 5 – September 1
If you are born under the energy of the Hazel, you are highly intelligent, organized and efficient. Like the Holly, you are naturally gifted in academia, and excel in the classroom. You also have the ability to retain information and can recall, recite and expound on subjects you’ve memorized with amazing accuracy. You know your facts, and you are always well informed. This sometimes makes you appear like a know-it-all to others, but you can’t help that; you’re genuinely smart and usually know the right course of action because of your impressive knowledge base. You have an eye for detail, and like things to be “just so.” Sometimes this need for order and control can lead to compulsive behaviors if left unchecked. You have a knack for numbers, science and things that utilize your analytical skills. You like rules, although you are typically making them rather than playing by them. The Celtic tree astrology sign of Hazel joins harmoniously with Hawthorn and Rowan’s.

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Vine
Vine - The Equalizer
September 2 – September 29
Vine signs are born within the autumnal equinox, which makes your personality changeable and unpredictable. You can be full of contradictions, and are often indecisive. But this is because you can see both sides of the story, and empathize with each equally. It is hard for you to pick sides because you can see the good points on each end. There are, however, areas in your life that you are quite sure about. These include the finer things of life like food, wine, music, and art. You have very distinctive taste, and are a connoisseur of refinement. Luxury agrees with you, and under good conditions you have a Midas touch for turning drab into dramatic beauty. You are charming, elegant, and maintain a level of class that wins you esteem from a large fan base. Indeed, you often find yourself in public places where others can admire your classic style and poise. Vine signs pair well with Willow and Hazel signs

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Ivy
Ivy - The Survivor
September 30 – October 27
Among other cherished qualities of the Ivy Celtic tree astrology sign, most prized is your ability to overcome all odds. You have a sharp intellect, but more obvious is your compassion and loyalty to others. You have a giving nature, and are always there to lend a helping hand. You are born at a time of the waning sun so life can be difficult for you at times. This sometimes seems unfair because it appears that obstacles are coming at with no prompting on your part. Nevertheless, you endure troubling times with silent perseverance and soulful grace. Indeed, Ivy signs have a tendency to be deeply spiritual and cling to a deep-rooted faith that typically sees them trough adversity. You are soft spoken, but have a keen wit about you. You are charming, charismatic, and can effectively hold your own in most social settings. Ivy signs are attracted to the Celtic tree astology sign of Oak and Ash signs

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Reed
Reed - The Inquisitor
October 28 – November 24
Reed signs among the Celtic tree astrology signs are the secret keepers. You dig deep inside to the real meaning of things and discover the truth hidden beneath layers of distraction. When there is a need to get to the heart of the matter, most certainly the Reed sign will find the core. You love a good story, and can be easily drawn in by gossip, scandals, legend and lore. These tendencies also make you an excellent historian, journalist, detective or archeologist. You love people because they represent a diversity of meanings for you to interpret. You are adept at coaxing people to talking to you, and sometimes you can be a bit manipulative. However, you have a strong sense of truth and honor so most of your scheming is harmless. Reed people join well with other Reeds, Ash or Oak signs

Celtic Tree Astrology: The Elder
Elder - The Seeker
November 25 – December 23
Elder archetypes among Celtic tree astrology tend to be freedom-loving, and sometimes appear to be a bit wild to the other signs of the zodiac. In younger years you may have lived life in the fast lane, often identified as a “thrill seeker.” At the time of your birth the light of the sun was fast fleeting and so you take the same cue from nature. You are often misjudged as an outsider as you have a tendency to be withdrawn in spite of your extroverted nature. In actuality, you are deeply thoughtful with philosophical bent. You also tend to be very considerate of others and genuinely strive to be helpful. These acts of assistance are sometimes thwarted by your brutal honestly (which you openly share solicited or otherwise). Elder Celtic tree astrology signs fit well with Alder’s and Holly’s.

[being-singular-plural]

Thanks Symandinome! I was wrong about myself, apparently...I am not a hazelnut! lol! (one doesn't say that every day) I'm on the last day of Vine. Interesting stuff! Thanks again!
Cheers!

[Symandinome]

no prob

[JBRaven]

Wow, mine is dead on as expected. I am an Elder, fits me perfectly.

[Ghadamon]

What a great list of zodiac's. I always wondered why I had a fascination with vines...starts to make alot more sense now.

[black dove]

And I've always been deeply attracted to willows... and its dead on for me, as I stated earlier, lol. Sadly, the site I'm planning on linking in here is still down, but they gave sooo much detail to go with each tree... stones, goddesses, planets, animals, etc.

[goddessinneh]

hmm...thanks Symandinome...so it looks like im a Hazel person. haha matches my eyes. but according to somewhere else I read (not sure where) im a pine tree. would be awesome if I could be both!!!

So this is what I am...
Celtic - Hazel/Pine tree
Chinese - Snake (metal/earth I think....seeing as chinese also adds the elements)
Native American - Brown Bear
Western - Virgo

I think these all fit me pretty well

[Moonstream]

this is the first place i visited after i made my account on EUTM. awesome i was kinda hopin to be a willow, tho. but elder is my sign and it matches me dead-on. only problem is that elder makes me feel old...

[john85uk]

Wow cool post. I'm an elder tree, the seeker. Can we call it a zodiac if it's tree's though. Let's all call it a treeiac

[Ebonmare]

I have got a pretty good collection that are quit accurately descriptive of me

Chinese: Earth Tiger
Celtic: Oak Tree
Western:Cancer (Gemini in new system)
Native Amercian: Hummingbird

[MOTHERofDRAGONS]

Ok..
Allof mine
Western= crabby Cancer= water sign..(old system.!thats when I was born, so that's what I'm sticking to)
Chinese= Red Fire Dragon
Native American= Woodpecker
Celtic= the Oak


So.. If I add all of those together.. What does it mean?