Kategori: Celtic Church Roots

British Israel Celtic Church Roots found in the Anglican, Catholic, East and Western Orthodox teachings. A place to get more books on the topic. Consider joining our book club to get the up-to-date regular mailings.

Honoring those with Titles is a wonderful law of God

Lets talk about the good news and blessings. As per Deu 6:3-5 lets “speak of God’s wonderful laws all the time, teach it thoroughly to our children.. etc..”. Most talk only on the negative, speaking of all the curses which God has to punish His disobedient children with, if they have chosen Bolshevist murder, covetousness, […]

Regarding Monarch-led churches—a hallmark of Orthodoxy—East and West

From the Appendix to the book “Saturday Rest: Embracing the Christian Sabbath in Orthodox Faith” Regarding Monarch-led churches—a hallmark of Orthodoxy—East and West A vital point for those questioning the British ecclesiastical practice is the longstanding tradition of monarch-led church leadership. Some skeptics doubt the legitimacy of having the head of state serve as the […]

The Orthodox Identity of the British Church and Anglicanism

The Orthodox Identity of the British Church and Anglicanism This document explores the foundational argument that the British Church and Anglicanism are inherently Orthodox, rooted in apostolic continuity, doctrinal integrity, and liturgical validity. The British Church is not seeking recognition but reasserting its historical and theological identity as an Orthodox jurisdiction since the earliest centuries. […]

Travelling Poem of St Columba, and the victory which ensued

The background of this hymn was a great battle had ensued to protect Columba’s copy of the Psalter. After the King of Ireland had decreed that Columba should return the copy he had made (without permission) to St Finnian, this caused the rival Royals of O’Neil (of which Columba belonged to this Royal family) to […]

The Highlanders of Scotland, Their Origin, History and Antiquities Skene

Thanks to our Celtic Press for the following book: “Highlanders of Scotland” by William F Skene”. You may download it freely from our website. Discover the Rich Tapestry of Scotland’s Highlanders Dive into the enthralling history of Scotland’s Highlanders with Skene’s “Highlanders of Scotland.” This meticulously researched book takes you on a journey through the […]

The Scottish-Israelite Food Taboos

Below you may find numerous authoritative quotes showing how the true Orthodox Celts (the Scots-Irish etc) detested pork consumption. Study more of the practices of the Celtic Orthodox church at www.CelticOrthodoxy.com. 1. Spiritual, Biblical and Scientific Reasons of Clean and Unclean Meats 2. The Adverse Influence of Pork Consumption on Health by Dr Reckeweg M.D. 3. Dietary […]

the Monastic Rule of St Comgall, Culdee Saint and “Chief of Ireland’s Monks”

The Rule of Saint Comgall Saint Comgall, founder of the monastery of Bangor, was trained by St Finnian and became a disciple of St Tigernach of Clones. He instructed several great Culdees including St Columbanus. The Rule of Comgall, as referred to by Saint Adamnan, exists as handed down, in a text from the late […]

Hebrew Roots Enthusiasts

We believe those of Hebrew Roots backgrounds will get along well with us. We ourselves are Hebrew Roots Enthusiasts. Although we have more of a focus on more the British Israelism aspects, that is merely because thousands of books have been published on the topic from that aspect. A classic book being “Judah’s Sceptre, Joseph’s […]

German Princes as “head of church” – God’s Sword

Small intro to the article “German Princes as “head of church” – God’s Sword” by the Grace of God HMSH, the Primace Dr. Stephen MK d’Guelph Brunswick, ThD, PhD, House of Wolfenbuttel-Brunswick, Chief of House. Registered since 2007 at www.nobility-royalty.org www.nobility-association.org, wolfenbuttel.info, et al. Dedicated to our King of kings Jesus Christ, who is ultimate […]

Greswell’s “Chapters on the Early History of Glastonbury Abbey” (Glastonbury’s Kings)

“Chapters on the Early History of Glastonbury Abbey” by Rev. William Greswell is a detailed exploration of the origins and development of Glastonbury Abbey, a holy site of the Culdees, steeped in history and legend. Greswell’s work delves into the abbey’s connections to early Christianity, its significance in the Celtic Church, and its associations with […]

The Life and Works of St Aengus (the Culdee) Hagiographus

Herein you may read a great history on this part of the Irish Celtic (Orthodox Culdee) church. Download free pdf copy of The Life and Works of St Aengus (the Culdee) Hagiographus by O’Hanlon. A reprint from https://celtic.press The book goes in great detail on what is called the Martyrology of Oengus the Culdee or […]

Culdee / Spouses of God Prophecy: Céilí Dé meaning Spouse of God

Céilí Dé or Céli Dé means “spouse of God” or “companion of God” in ancient Celtic / Irish. Jowett maintained in his book “Drama of the Lost Disciples” that for the First Century forwards the church was called Culdee and not Christian (As is established the First Century church was indeed British, incl. Ireland and […]

A Few “Separatist Culdee” Books on 2nd Century St Elfanus and his King Lucius

Numerous scholars have highlighted the push-back of the Celtic church against Rome. The Irish Primate / Bishop Ussher also wrote well on this topic in the 17th Century (which was also recognized in the era King Charles the Martyr restored the office of the Culdees as direct successors of the schools established by St Patrick). […]

1st Century Irish Druids Incorporated Hebrew Christianity at Glastonbury Under Direction of the King of Ulster

In the 1922 Cambridge printed book titled, “St. Joseph at Arimathea at Glastonbury” written by the Vicar of Glastonbury, Reverend Smithett Lewis, it says that as early as 48 AD Conor Macnessa, the King of Ulster sent all of his druidic priests to the Isle of Avalon on a special mission to write down all […]

St Elfan Avalonius, 2nd Century Welsh Saint, comm. January 1st and Sept 26

Sermon broadcasted January 1st, 2024: https://youtube.com/live/5UaT3L_K7hg Here is another great lesson regarding the early Celtic Saints (we document over 1,000 more Saints which are officially honored by the Orthodox, as Saints who had flourished in their ministries before Augustine came to Britain). Enjoy today’s commemoration of the Classic Welsh Saint Elfan this January 1st and […]

Tracing Our Ancestors (British Israel book of the month)

For our British Israel book club subscribers (local or online members), the book of the month is “Tracing Our Ancestors” by Frederick Haberman. Freely available for download below. Contact us if you wish to order copies https://celticorthodoxy.com As Paul told the Greeks: “do not be ignorant that your ancestors were with crossed the red sea” […]

Amra Of St Columba – 6th Century Poem on Life of Columba, an Early Culdee Church Father Copy

Welcome to the PDF E-Book page for the Life of St Columba, or Amra of Columba. The greatest relic of St Columba. Saint Columba was reputed as a founder of the Church of the Culdees (Scottish and Irish church). A main takeaway from this poem outlining his life, was that he went to heaven every […]

Triads of Wales – OCC E-Book Library Content

Herein you may find the English text of the Triads of Wales. (You may also find a copy of the more detailed “Ancient laws of Cambria” (book online in PDF) : containing the institutional triads of Dyvnwal Moelmud, the laws of Howel the Good, triadical commentaries, code of education, and the hunting laws of Wales; […]

On Culdees Implementing the Rule of Chancellor Bishop Chrodegang

Another example of the local independent nature of the Culdees institutions, was shown in their various implementations of the Rule of Chrodegang. Below is a review of the rules themselves. The Chrodegang Rules were based on the Benedictine Monasticism (which later gained a broader implementation in the schools of the Culdees). We know some local […]

King Gregor, Founder of the MacGregor’s Clan, Protector of the Culdees

Giric, King of Scots, of Northern Pictland, Fortune (AKA King Gregor, or “Gregory the Great”) Mural at Edinburg Castle (1 of 2 depicting Eochaid and Giric at the center) Royal Protector of the Culdees, Founder of the Pictish Clan Dynasty of the MacGregors Giric or Gregor mac Dungal was crowned as King of the Scots […]

Short Review: “The Culdee Church of Ireland and Scotland” by Dr Moore

Free PDF book on British Israel and the Celtic Church, as widely understood 150 years ago. Note: Attn Priory of Salem students, don’t forget to send in your book reviews and keep on top of past readings. Best to send in your book reviews or summaries on a regular basis to stay in good standing. […]

A. D. 906. Special Mission of Scotland – Synod of Scone – A Tenth Century Reformation.

A most telling Chapter on the role the Culdees played in all churches of North West Europe. HISTORY OF THE SCOTTISH NATION by J.A. Wylie VOLUME 3 CHAPTER 6 A. D. 906. SPECIAL MISSION OF SCOTLAND- SYNOD OF SCONE- A TENTH CENTURY REFORMATION. GOING aside from the noise of battles, let us withdraw for a brief space into […]

The Orthodox Order of the Culdees, the Rule of St Maelruan +792AD

The purer ancient Rule of St Maelruan The rule for the Culdees of Armagh, drawn up by Maelruan, abbot of Tamhlacht (Tallaght), who died in the year 792. The full chapters of the rule goes into practical usage day to day as well as annual. This rule has been affirmed by 1600s-1900s historians that it […]