Scottish mythology

Scottish mythology may refer to any of the mythologies of Scotland. Myths have emerged for various purposes throughout the history of Scotland, sometimes being elaborated upon by successive generations, and at other times being completely rejected and replaced by other explanatory narratives. National mythology[edit] Several origin legends for the Scots were created during the historical period, serving various purposes. One Scottish origin legend, or pseudo-historical account of the foundation of the Scottish people, appears in adapted form in the tenth-century Latin Life of St. Once the Picts adopted Gaelic culture and their actual characteristics faded out of memory, folkloric elements filled the gaps of history. Ulster Cycle[edit] Because of the movement of people from Ulster to west Scotland, which resulted in close linguistic links between Ulster and the west of Scotland much of Gaelic mythology was imported to Scotland and possibly some of it written in Scotland. See also[edit]

Scottish myths, folklore and legends Kelpies The mythical kelpie is a supernatural water horse that was said to haunt Scotland’s lochs and lonely rivers. The kelpie would appear to victims as a lost dark grey or white pony but could be identified by its constantly dripping mane. It would entice people to ride on its back, before taking them down to a watery grave. Selkies Selkies were mythical creatures that could transform themselves from seal to human form and back again. Tales once abounded of a man who found a beautiful female selkie sunbathing on a beach, stole her skin and forced her to become his wife and bear his children, only for her to find the skin years later and escape back to seal form and the sea. The Loch Ness Monster (‘Nessie’) One of Scotland’s most famous unsolved mysteries is that of the Loch Ness Monster (or ‘Nessie’ as it has affectionately come to be known). The large dinosaur-like creature is reputed to inhabit Loch Ness in the Scottish Highlands. Robert the Bruce and the Spider The legend of Sawney Bean

Scottish Myths | ScotClans | Scottish Clans Scotland’s story is steeped in oral tradition of storytelling. The blurry line between historical fact and myth is evident Symbolic Scotland Symbolic Scotland Symbolic Scotland There are many symbols which can embody the character of a nation. Jacobite Legends Jacobite Legends Jacobite Legends When William of Orange took the English throne in 1689 it ended the Stewart Royal dynasty that had endured for centuries. Supernatural Scotland Supernatural Scotland Supernatural Scotland As organised religion in the shape of Christianity spread through Europe it replaced older beliefs. Religious Legends Religious Legends Religious Legends Some call Scotland ‘Gods own country’. Royal Legends Royal Legends Royal Legends Ask anyone what they know about Scottish Kings and they may say Robert the Bruce, or even MacBeth. Scottish Monsters Scottish Monsters Scottish Monsters Nessie! Scottish Heroes & Villains Scottish Heroes & Villains

Six ancient myths from the Scottish islands From rock-dwelling giants to mermaids and seals who steal the hearts of local women, Scotland’s islands are still alive today with tales of their supernatural pasts. Here we look at six Scottish islands and the lore that keeps magic alive in these beautiful far-flung places. LEWIS - Blue Men of Minch These blue-skinned creature are said to live in the water between Lewis and mainland Scotland, looking for sailors to drown and boats to sink. Also known as Storm Kelpies, they were described at length in Donald Alexander Mackenzie’s book Wonder Tales from Scottish Myth and Legend, published in 1917. Mackenzie wrote: “They are of human size, and they have great strength. “The Blue Men wear blue caps and grey faces which appear above the waves that they raise with their long restless arms.” Mackenzie said the blue men “skimmed lightly” below the water surface but were sometimes seen “splashing with mad delight” when a storm set in. READ MORE: Nine abandoned Scottish islands ORKNEY - The Selkie

The Rose Line : Roslin Roseline Da Vinci The Roseline is a source of pulsating telluric energy. The ancients marked its location and applied it to function as the original global time meridian. The associated telergic channel was used as a communications medium to contact the spiritual essence of deceased souls. The Roseline energy was both respected and honoured by our ancestors. (click for large map of the Roseline) Our demarcating start and end point is located at what was the outer edge of the powerful Roman Empire, that once stretched from the Holy Land to Scotland during the time of Christ and the creation of Christianity. A large Terminal stone marks a distinguished spot that predates even the Romans' constraining influence. The Mabon/Maben stone lies on the North bank of the Solway Firth, near Gretna, on the Scottish side of Hadrian's Wall. A mere formality was envisaged to ease into the Highlands and complete the rout in their ineffective enemy's remaining territory. ...." On the face of it, we are sold a dummy.