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  1. Druid - Wikipedia

    A druid was a member of the high-ranking priestly class in ancient Celtic cultures. The druids were religious leaders as well as legal authorities, adjudicators, lorekeepers, medical professionals and …

  2. Druid | Description, History, & Facts | Britannica

    They acted as priests, teachers, and judges. The earliest known records of the Druids come from the 3rd century bce. Their name may have come from a Celtic word meaning “knower of the oak tree.” Very …

  3. Druid - World History Encyclopedia

    Feb 1, 2021 · Druids were a class of individuals in ancient Celtic cultures known for their great wisdom and knowledge of traditions.

  4. The Rituals of the Ancient Druids - thearchaeologist.org

    4 days ago · Druids were the intellectual and spiritual leaders of ancient Celtic societies. Serving as priests, judges, healers, and advisors, they held immense authority. Their rituals were deeply tied to …

  5. Who were the Druids and what did they believe?

    May 18, 2025 · Discover who the Druids were, their ancient Celtic beliefs, sacred rituals, mystical powers, and role in the spiritual life of early Europe.

  6. Who were the druids? The mysterious beliefs of an ancient order ...

    Sep 23, 2025 · Druids, often shrouded in mystery and myth, are figures deeply rooted in the ancient traditions of Celtic culture. The druid movement today is a tangled web.

  7. Druids: The Mysterious History of Ancient Druids, Their Religion, Gods ...

    Mar 14, 2023 · Druidism was primarily widespread among the Celtic tribes of ancient Britain, Ireland, and Gaul. Over time, its influence spread through parts of Western Europe before the Roman …

  8. Druids—facts and information | National Geographic

    Not much is known about the ancient social class of people known as Druids, but that has never kept people from speculating on their real nature.

  9. Analysis: Description of the Druids | Research Starters - EBSCO

    Caesar's work became the primary source of information about the Druids, esteemed religious leaders among the Gauls. The earliest known records of the Druids date to the third century BCE and …

  10. Background - Druids, Celtic Mythology

    This comprehensive article on Timeless Myths examines the multifaceted role of druids in ancient Europe. It sheds light on the Druidical Order, emphasizing their societal and religious influence as …