- Dei Hughes, "Sacred Loyalties"
"As
the glory of May-time unfurls in every leaf and flower, we begin to
feel a new well-being in our bodies, a sense of vigor and energy that
we have lacked over the cold months of winter. In terms of Celtic
understanding, we are experiencing the nwyfre (NWIVE'ry) of the earth in our own bodies. Nwyfre is a Welsh word that means the subtle energy field of the earth; it is often used poetically for the sky or heavens.
Every sentient being has its own energy field or nwyfre as well. The symbolic representation of nwyfre is the dragon, which is a very important emblem in Britain (the red dragon being the guardian beast of Wales and appearing upon its flag). The awakening of the dragons of the land traditionally happens about the time of Beltane. The nwyfre of the land rise up at summer's approach, and the dormant dragons, emblems of the land's power, rise from their dark earth caverns upon powerful wings.
To experience the awakening of the dragons of nwyfre in our bodies, we need to take ourselves out into the open air, to stand without concrete between our bare feet and earth, to experience the daily miracle of life within our bodies. If we make this our practice, our nwyfre will not be lacking.
Stand on the green earth and close your eyes, soaking up the light of the sun and the warmth of the earth at the same time. Be aware of the nwyfre of the earth. Now become aware of your own. As you breathe in, experience drawing up the subtle energy of the earth. Give thanks for renewed energy and life."
- Caitlin Matthews, The Celtic Spirit: Daily Meditations for the Turning Year, 1999, p. 207
Every sentient being has its own energy field or nwyfre as well. The symbolic representation of nwyfre is the dragon, which is a very important emblem in Britain (the red dragon being the guardian beast of Wales and appearing upon its flag). The awakening of the dragons of the land traditionally happens about the time of Beltane. The nwyfre of the land rise up at summer's approach, and the dormant dragons, emblems of the land's power, rise from their dark earth caverns upon powerful wings.
To experience the awakening of the dragons of nwyfre in our bodies, we need to take ourselves out into the open air, to stand without concrete between our bare feet and earth, to experience the daily miracle of life within our bodies. If we make this our practice, our nwyfre will not be lacking.
Stand on the green earth and close your eyes, soaking up the light of the sun and the warmth of the earth at the same time. Be aware of the nwyfre of the earth. Now become aware of your own. As you breathe in, experience drawing up the subtle energy of the earth. Give thanks for renewed energy and life."
- Caitlin Matthews, The Celtic Spirit: Daily Meditations for the Turning Year, 1999, p. 207
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