He gave to humanity the strength of the woody core, the upward reaching soul of the sky-seeking branches, and a rooting deep within Mother Earth that ties our hearts to the center of the world. The Roman god Attis lent his spirit to the pine tree, which became the Maypole and initiated the Midsummer Day Festival of Joy. In celebration, dancers participate in the weaving of the world and the tree becomes the axis of the Earth. Pillars of the temples of Egypt were stylized trees, which held at the base of their spines the vital Life Force, which provided for strength and durability. The vital sap flowing through the tree is the much sought after elixir of immortality, magic honey mead, and water of life.
Many legends exist about the various creatures that live in and off the tree.
The eagle that nests on top is said lend his eyes to those who would see the mind of God. The Celts also had a tree alphabet and calendar in which each letter represented a particular tree, bird and herb. Each month represented a tree and characteristics of that season. Tree In A Box . All rights reserved.