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"I do believe in Fairies, I do, I do. I do believe in fairies, I do, I do." ~ Peter Pan
Most of us can never forget the adventurous tale of Peter pan and Tinker Bell.
Fairies are multidimensional beings, who take care of the Earth and her inhabitants.
Fairies (Faeries or Faery) also called Fae Folk, Little people, and Many other names, have been a part of our history and our heritage since the beginning of storytelling. In Ancient times Fairies and other Fae Type creatures made their presence Known, much more often then today. Some in good ways and others in menacing ways. There are many types of Fairy creatures, such as Gnomes, Elves, Pixies, Merfolk, and Leprechauns, just to name a few. These beings, are not much different then Humans, in the since that they can have their own agendas. Most Fae folk are kind and gentle beings, however, there has been stories where they were Not so nice. They will cause havoc in your lives if they feel mistreated or threatened in anyway. The beings aggressiveness, determines on how the humans respond to them. So, In the majority of the cases, they aren't an evil being at all, they are only defending themselves, and the earth, from our actions as humans. However, there are the exception to the case, such a Goblins, trolls and gremlins. These beings hate all Humans and will cause problems any chance they get. They are thought to be the Faery, who have Gone bad.
All of the Fae beings are considered elemental, and they are the protectors of this Earth. If you are a human that does not respect this Earth, then the Fae folk will not respect you.
Are Fairies Real?
Those who believe that fairies don’t exist tend to offer up a scientific reason for their assertion. While science has proven a lot of things, it would be remiss of us (not to mention arrogant) to assume that we understand even a fraction of the mysteries of the universe. If you are adamant that fairies are not real, you will probably be surprised to learn how many people disagree.
According to a study by the Eastern Virginia Medical School, approximately two-thirds of the American population reported having a mystical experience they could not easily explain. Over in Iceland, 55% of people surveyed in 1970 believed that Elves definitely existed or there was at least a strong possibility. It is also worth noting that most people have a narrow definition of ‘fairies,' an issue we are about to tackle.
What Are Fairies?
This is not an easy question to answer because there is no hard and fast definition. It varies according to culture with numerous nations having their unique tales. Let’s take a look at just some of the definitions.
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Manchester University Professor John Hyatt took this photo in the Rossendale Valley, Lancashire.
Spirits of the Dead.
At the beginning of the 18th century, famed anthropologist, W.Y. Evans-Wentz, visited Ireland, the Scottish Highlands, Brittany, Wales, Cornwall, and the Isle of Man to gather stories regarding fairies from the locals he met. He learned that the people of these regions believed there was a strong connection between fairies (also known as Fair Folk) and the dead.
In Ireland, the belief was that fairies were the spirits of the dead who returned to provide warnings and wisdom. In Wales, fairies were known as the Tylwyth Teg, and unlike the stereotypical view of fairies, Welsh natives believed these ‘ancestor’ spirits were over 6 feet tall.
Over in Cornwall, fairies are people who were deemed not good enough for heaven but not bad enough for hell. They are shapeshifters, but they become smaller with every transformation.
Angels & Devils
Another assertion is that fairies are from the ‘lower end’ of the angelic ranks and they have come to watch over us. In Gaelic speaking regions of Scotland, the belief is that fairies are ‘fallen’ angels as written by Alexander Carmichael in Carmina Gadelica.
Diminished Gods
Another old Irish belief is that fairies were the children of the goddess Don. The Tuatha de Danann, as they were known, had incredible powers. After suffering conquest at the hands of the Milesians, they hid in the hills to become the Daoine Sidh. Over the course of a few centuries, they mated with Fianna Finn warriors, but these children became smaller and eventually, they were smaller than babies when fully grown.
There are a multitude of other beliefs but suffice to say; the notion that fairies are tiny winged creatures is mainly something that came into being around the Victorian age. In ancient times, fairies were often adult size, and the Irish Sidh were said to be 14 feet tall.
Fairy Folklore
While the number of people that still believe in fairies has dwindled markedly in the modern era, a significant number of individuals not only believe in these beings, they claim to have seen them; and we focus on these stories later on.
You may be surprised to learn that at the beginning of the 20th century, large swathes of rural Ireland and Britain had a steadfast belief in the existence of fairies. The term ‘fairy’ comes from the word ‘fay,' which in turn derives from the old French word ‘feie.' This word came from the Latin word for Fates ‘fata’. The Fates were supernatural beings that played a major role in the fortunes of humans.
There is some confusion over the origin of stories involving fairies. Given the propensity of the Ancient Celts to worship nature, plus the fact that fairies are often associated with the elements, there was an insistent sentiment that fairies were worshipped as deities in pre-Christian times. It was a common belief in the Victorian era that modern anthropologists have debunked.
What we do know is that the likes of Geoffrey Chaucer and his contemporaries wrote about ‘faeries’ in the 14th century. According to writers of the age, these beings were capable of enchantment and illusion. It was commonly understood that fairies either lived underground or in prehistoric Cairns, forts and earth mounds. As a result, sites such as Fairy Hill, Fairy Mound, and Fairy forts received their names.
Fairies around the World
While the existence of fairies is commonly associated with the United Kingdom and Ireland, most nations around the world have their own version of this magical creature. For example, the Cherokee Indians in North Carolina refer to fairies as Yunw Tsunsdi. These little people are effectively elf-like natives. The Cherokee have great respect for these elves as they believe they are spirits belonging to an age before man.
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Over in Eastern Europe, a number of countries have tales relating to fairies. In Germany, they had evil spirits working in mines that caused havoc. Whenever miners heard the knocking of the kobolds, they knew not to work. One Hungarian author saw the outlines of tiny creatures with a vague resemble to humans that were ‘black and grotesque’.
I could continue with further fairy folklore, and sightings in places like Cuba, New Zealand, Romania, Argentina, and Canada but will instead move on to descriptions of where the fairies live.
Fairyland
‘Fairyland’ of course refers to the residence of fairies, but yet again, there are different versions of where and what it is. Believers point out that there are a variety of spiritual realms; the likes of Tir-nan-Og are relatively close to us while others are so rarefied that a human being will never reach them.
In Cornwall, descriptions of Fairyland range from the sublime to the ordinary. In the epic tale ‘The Lost Child,' written by Robert Hunt, a young boy follows enchanting music, meets a beautiful woman and is brought to a fabulous glistening palace. However, another Cornish account suggests Fairyland was nothing more than a regular place visited by goats!
Tir-nan-Og is where the Tuatha de Danann lived while in Welsh lore, Fairyland was apparently seen by sailors; they described lush meadows between Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. According to Old Norse mythology, there are Nine Worlds where different enchanted beings such as elves and fairies live.
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There are many famed Fairylands, perhaps none more famous than Tír na nÓg - Land of the Young.
One interesting theory, espoused by Teresa Mooney in ‘The Fairy Bible’ is that Fairyland consists of four cities, each of which is associated with one of the four elements.
- Gorias: This city is in the East and is associated with Air. It is a wonderful place to live as inhabitants share a sense of tranquillity and well-being.
- Finias: This city is in the South and is associated with Fire. The people of Finias are kind-hearted, and it benefits from perpetual daylight.
- Murias: This city is in the West and is associated with Water: It is located near the ocean and is a thriving and vibrant place.
- Falias: This city is in the North and is associated with Earth. It is the opposite of Finias insofar as it is covered in perpetual darkness. There are no inhabitants, but Falias has a multitude of metal towers covered in jewels.
Types of Fairies
As we alluded to, in the beginning, the impression of fairies as tiny winged creatures (think Tinkerbell) is wide of the mark. In reality, there are a huge variety of fairies, both good and bad. Here is an overview of some of the better-known fairy types.
- Goblins: This type of fairy is ugly, bad-tempered and tends to live in dark places. In Wirt Sikes’ British Goblins book in 1880, he describes Goblins as wearing clothes that are a ‘poor imitation of a miner’s garb.’
- Hobgoblins: This fairy lives in farms, and because it loves the warmth of the hearth, it may enter the home to get near one. On occasion, they become a nuisance, but they are generally good-natured unless someone offends them. They are part of the Brownie tribe.
- Brownies: These lone fairies get attached to a house and live in a dark corner of the home, in a cupboard or a hollow tree near the home. Brownies are helpful fairies and keep things tidy. Legend has it that they appreciate when you leave out a bowl of cream as a reward.
- Pixies: This fairy is associated with England’s West Country region and is known as the Piskie in Cornwall. Centuries ago, people in these regions almost unilaterally believed in Pixies/Piskies and even had ‘pisky pows’ on the roof to ensure these fairies had a dancefloor of sorts. Pixies are mischievous creatures capable of doing good or harm to humans.📷
Pixies/Piskies are mischievous creatures capable of doing good or harm to humans.
- Elves: According to Norse Mythology, there are Dark Elves and Light Elves. In Scotland, Dark Elves are known as Trolls. In Danish lore, male Elves appeared as old men, and if you got too close, they would open their mouths and cause sickness with their breath. Females danced in the moonlight, and young men were warned to steer clear lest the charming elf steal their heart.
- Dwarfs: This particular fairy is associated with Icelandic and Indian lore; dwarves typically lived within the earth and mined it for precious stones and metals. The magical stones they unearthed gave them wisdom and the ability to become invisible.
- Gnomes: Although many traditional tales equate Gnomes with Goblins or Dwarves, they were originally classified as earth elementals in the 15th century. Like other elementals, Gnomes were said to have superhuman speed, did not possess immortal souls but did live much longer than humans. They are also known for guarding vast treasures.
- Nymphs: These are nature fairies associated with Greek mythology. They normally appear in the guise of beautiful women and are associated with natural landscapes such as lakes, mountains, springs or meadows.
- Merfolk a legendary people of the sea having human head, trunk, and arms and the tail of a fish or snake — compare mermaid, merman.
Fairy Encounters & Findings
There are innumerable reports of people encountering fairies. The trouble with stories from before the 20th century is that most of them are based on information handed down which is almost certainly inaccurate. Here are a few of the most famous fairy encounters.
Thomas Rymour of Erceldoune
Also known as ‘True Thomas,' Rymour apparently met fairies in the 13th century. According to the story, the Queen of Elfland fell in love with Thomas, and he experienced both the good and bad sides of the monarch. He lived with her in the land of the fairies for seven years and was only released when the queen was worried that the devil would take Thomas as part of his seven-year tribute. When Thomas returned home, he had ‘the sight’ and was incapable of lying.
Robert Kirk
Kirk was a 17th-century Scottish minister who famously wrote The Secret Commonwealth of Elves, Fauns, and Fairies. After he had been found dead beside the Fairy Knowe at Aberfoyle in 1692, locals were convinced that his real body had been abducted by fairies and the corpse left behind did not belong to the minister. Kirk appeared to his cousin and said he was a prisoner in Fairyland.
The cousin was told to throw his dagger over the minister’s ghostly form when Kirk’s son was being christened as it was the only way to free him. Sadly, Kirk’s cousin failed in his mission, and the minister was forever a prisoner. To this day, Kirk’s chair stands in Aberfoyle.
Reverend Dr. Edward Williams
Williams spoke of his encounter with fairies when he was just seven years old in 1757. He was one of four children to spot up to eight couples dancing not 100 yards away. They were smaller than the children but looked like dwarves, and they wore red clothing.
The Cottingley Fairies
This is arguably the most famous fairy encounter of all time because it caused a sensation in the early 20th century. Between 1917 and 1920, a pair of schoolgirls (Elise Wright and Frances Griffiths) from Yorkshire took five photographs in the woods near the stream by the village of Cottingley which is close to Bradford.
The photographs were even published along with an article by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in Strand magazine in 1920. Their story was believed by many until some years later when the girls admitted faking four of the five photographs. Interestingly, the girls claim they DID see fairies at Cottingley and were only trying to reproduce what they saw. Moreover, they also claimed one of the photos was genuine.
There are dozens of stories regarding encounters with fairies from the last century alone; and much more from before the 20th century. The trouble with photographic evidence is that people will always make accusations of doctoring. Certainly, the Cottingley incident does not help matters.
Strange Excavations
Possible evidence of fairies is not limited to sightings. There have been more than a few unusual findings buried in the ground. Skeletal remains of extremely small people have been found all over the world but are usually dismissed as evidence of pygmy tribes.
However, two gold prospectors in Wyoming discovered the remains of a mummified tiny man sat on a ledge. He was probably in his sixties at the time of death and was approximately 20 inches tall. When you bear in mind that Chandra Bahadur Dangi of Nepal is the smallest ever human (to be verified) at 21.4 inches, you have to wonder: Who or what did these men find?
Also, incredibly small skulls have been found in Montana’s Beartooth Mountains. Another mummy, just 11.625 inches tall, was found in Central America in 1920. It is a little more difficult to explain these findings as evidence of pygmy tribes only.
Conclusion
We wish it were possible to give a definitive answer to the question: “Are Fairies Real?” Of course, naysayers will suggest that there is no conclusive evidence to prove the existence of fairies. The main problem with producing such evidence is that when someone does have it, they are immediately ridiculed.
Ultimately, much like the existence of ghosts and other paranormal activity, proving that fairies are real is virtually impossible. However, one could make the argument that proving they are definitely figments of the imagination is just as difficult. To all readers, we ask: Do you believe in fairies? Have you ever encountered any? If so, we would love to hear your stories. Source, celtic-weddingrings.com
Paracelsus’ 4 Elemental Beings: Meaning & Purpose
Since the ancient times, esoteric philosophy and paganism have spoken about how elementals live amongst us on this plane. They can only be viewed by the initiated, children, and shamans.
The Swiss alchemist Paracelsus is noted for categorizing all these elementals under 4 broad elements- gnomes, salamanders, undines, and sylphs, which represent earth, fire, water, and air.
The 5th elemental is human beings, who contain ether. Ether is nothing but a psychic substance which constantly exudes material evolution.
Elemental beings are classified as such because they have been portrayed as such since ages. In fantasy literature or in epics, elementals have always been shown to be somehow connected to the Mother Earth, in the form of a guardian or secret keeper.
Most encounters with such elementals usually are auspicious but can be considered to be evil, when ambition comes in between.
But, one could also argue that the very presence of such elementals and the encounters with them can be assigned to be a cartography of the energy conflicts that come between the multiple realms and the various elementals.
William R. Mistele introduced these elementals in his book, Mermaids, Sylphs, Gnomes and Salamanders: Dialogues With the Kings and Queens of Nature. He tried to catalog them based on their psycho-behavioral patterns.
Gnomes
They are loyal, brave, and willing to work to the core of things. They are associated with the Earth because they want to change things here so that they can last for eternity. They’re the pillars that make up this world if the world is considered to be a household.
Mermaids
They are the water spirits with the capacity to love and to feel the intricacies of it. With water being a great modifier and medium for transmission, they are also refined and sensuous and are usually associated with feelings of an erotic nature.
Sylphs
Arrogance rules them. They are invisible, light, and sublime. Usually artistic and containing harmony and beauty, they are both intellectual and physical. Despite their arrogance, they are clear and transparent.
Salamanders
They exude will and power. They can be dangerous to people who are not earthly. Source, consciousreminder.com
Whether you decide to accept these as facts or consider it as fiction, you can’t deny that Nature as a whole is extremely complex. It always tries to express itself in varied forms, which is evasive to people who don’t understand the reality of our Multidimensional Universe.
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