THE ARROGANCE OF DEMOCRACY

The origin of our rituals, customs, instincts and traditions is pre-christian and not drawn from eastern philosophies. Before the concept of god became popular, humans evolved and co-existed within the forests and woodlands of northern Europe. Aware of natures force and the power of her elements, respectful of both and happy to accept the ways of nature over his own selfish desires. Through observance and meditation upon the self and the environment of the self within nature, we became aware of our universal consciousness. We were sensitive to Natures subtle ways and appreciative of her maternal instinct. To nurture, protect and encourage was our mutual purpose.
The way that nature and mankind evolved created a deep connection, between us all. The woodlands and the forests will always have an emotional effect upon people, the trees can sense our existence, excitements and fears. Through our ancestral memories of originating in the forest we are touched by their magic, especially at night and during full moon. The forest is a sacred place, a source of spiritual sustenance and renewal. A place of great benefit to the pagan wishing to align her/his cauldrons.
Humanity has changed very little in the past six thousand years, our need for connecting with nature is now greater than ever. The sacred groves of Oak or Yew tree are special places of meditation, contemplation and inner enlightenment We should endeavour to visit and experience these special places, as often as we can.
All trees are objects of natural beauty and great spleandour, a reflection of ourselves and the embodiment of humanity's earthly condition: Birth, youth, life, old age, death, regeneration and renewal. This is the reflection of nature and the only truth we know.
Each individual human being, has his/hers own symbolic tree that is associated with the day on which that person was born. These symbols in turn form the basis of basic language and early knowledge gained within the forest. The forest can exert a powerful emotional influence upon humans. A night spent in any woodland can evoke deep inner instincts and feelings of a profound nature. A place which exists deep within our sub consciousness and is derived from our ancestral memories of the forest.
So the need for all humans to experience nature is essential to a healthy body, mind and spirit. this is even becoming accepted as part of modern school curriculum's. Primary school children are often encouraged to grow watercress and pick wild flowers in nature rambles through woods, but this is not enough..
When timber and trees were plentiful and growing in abundance, mankind did not realise that those trees were of a greater importance to nature and earth than himself.
The concept of a god became popular and the notion that the god had created all of natures resources for the sole benefit of mankind became accepted mindset of the people. Nature is about to make us all think again about the last two thousand years, when mankind has destroyed, wasted and burned the forests, changed natural bio diverse eco-systems into mono cultures and synthetically produced seedless hydrophonic vine crops, all to satisfy an ever more ignorant generation of beings.
The price of oil and other resources is now increasing on a daily basis and like battery farmed objects of existence. We are made to pay, whatever they say.
An opportunity to link with nature should never be missed, a stroll in the forest or a mountain hike or ramble, will always re-energize and rekindle ones connection with the ancient spirits of our past. Sometimes if the luck is with you, a glimpse of a vision of the future and how it could be!. May be bestowed upon you by the gracious earth spirits. Respect and accept this wisdom if you are fortunate enough to experience it. Connect with the nature that exists around you, value the simple things in life and always suspect the arrogance of democracy.