Definition

Noun: 1. The system of religion and philosophy taught by the Druids and their rites and ceremonies: Druidism refers to the beliefs, spiritual practices, and ceremonial customs of the ancient Celtic priestly class known as the Druids.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The study of druidism provides insight into pre-Christian Celtic culture.
  • Some modern groups attempt to reconstruct the practices of ancient druidism.

Advanced Usage

• Historical Context: Often used in academic or historical discussions to describe the spiritual and societal role of Druids in Iron Age Europe.
  • Archaeological findings continue to shape our understanding of druidism.

Variants and Related Words

• Druid (n): A member of the high-ranking priestly class in ancient Celtic cultures.
  • The druid presided over the ritual.
• Druidic (adj): Pertaining to Druids or druidism.
  • They gathered at the druidic stone circle.

Synonyms

• Druidry: Often used interchangeably with druidism to describe the Druidic system.
• Celtic paganism: A broader term encompassing the religious beliefs of the ancient Celts, which includes druidism.

Related Phrases

• Practice druidism: To follow or engage in the Druidic religion.
  • A small community in the region continues to practice druidism.

Noun

1. the system of religion and philosophy taught by the Druids and their rites and ceremonies