ALEXANDRIAN
This tradition is not considered to be Celtic, however, many Celtic traditions incorporate aspects
of the Kabbalistics rites in the Alexandrian Tradition.
ANGLO-SAXON
This is an English tradition which combines the practices of the Southern Teutons & the Celts.
ARTHURIAN
This is one of the more well-known traditions. As the name implies, this tradition is based
on Arthurian Legends from Cornwall & Wales.
ASATRU
The Norse & Celtic ways are followed by the practitioners of Asatru.
BRITISH TRADITIONAL
This is a mix of Celtic & Gardenarian traditions & beliefs, however, there is not a lot
of structure.
CALEDONII
This tradition preserves the Scottish festivals. It originated in Scotland & was formally
known as the Hecatine Tradition.
CELTIC
This broad tradition originated in Celtic Gaul, Western & Northern England, Ireland, Wales,
Scotland, Brittany & the Isle of Man.
CYMRI
Pronounced KIM-ree or KEEM-ree, this tradition is the principle Pagan tradition of Wales.
It is influenced in part by the Arthuria legends.
DEBOREAN
An American eclectic tradition which attempts to reconstruct Wicca as it was before The Burning
Times or the European witch hunting craze.
DIANIC
Sometimes said to be the feminist movement of the Craft, this tradition focuses mainly on the
Goddess.
DRUIDIC
This tradition is based on the rituals, rites, magick & practices of the Celtic priestly
class, the Druids.
EIREANNACH
Pronounced AIR-un-n'yock, this name is a catch-all of many Irish-influenced traditions.
FAERY
The origins of this tradition come from
the myths & legends of Tuatha De Danann, the dieties who are now known as "Faery Folk". This tradition focuses heavily
on environment.
FAMILY
Traditions which are passed down through families are known as "Family
Traditions". Some are secretive, others openly practice their beliefs, often times mixed with mainstream religious beliefs.
FENNIAN
This tradition is based on the Fianna, Fionn MacCumhal's warriors.
GAELIC
A generic description, sometimes applied to the traditions of Ireland
& Scotland.
GARDNERIAN
Founded by Gerald Gardner in the 1950's, this tradition generally has
very structured systems.
IRISH
Another generic term used to describe traditions native to Ireland.
MANX
An Irish tradition deeply connected with the Isle of Man. Manann
Mac Liyer, God of Sea & Fand, and a Faery Queen are the principle dieties.
NORDIC
This tradition dates back to ancient times, following the belief systems
of the Tuetons.
NORTH ISLES
This tradition was heavily influenced by the Norse and is prominent in
the Orkney and Shetland Ises of Scotland. To this day, ancient Nordic celebrations are still held.
OBOD
This acronym stands for the Celtic English Druidic tradition: Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids.
PECTI-WITA
Pecti-Wita is a solitary tradition influenced by the Picts, a pre-Celtic
people who warred with the Celts.
SEAX-WICA
Organized by Raymond Buckland in 1973, this tradition is influenced by the Saxon traditions &
beliefs.
STREGA
Originated in Italy, this beautiful practice began in 1383 with a woman named Aradia.
