Download or read book Pagan Portals: The Crane Bag written by Joanna van der Hoeven and published by John Hunt Publishing. This book was released on 2017-07-28 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to the ritual tools and practices found in the Druid tradition. Held deeply within Celtic mythology, the crane bag is both a symbol of sovereignty, as well as an item containing the ritual tools of the Druid. With the proper use, it can further the Druid in working with the tides of nature, finding his or her own place in the environment, living in balance, harmony and peace. In ritual, these tools and practices can guide one to deeper levels of meaning and understanding within the tradition, helping the Druid on his or her journey through life and towards integration with the natural world.