Celtic Symbols D–The Hare

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Celtic Symbols and Language on Granite Bay Graphic Design
Celtic Symbols and Language on Granite Bay Graphic Design
Celtic Symbols and Language on Granite Bay Graphic Design

The Hare

The primary reasons that the hare is part of Celtic culture is its possession of speed, physical endurance and fertility.

The hare is also associated with well-being and prosperity. Hares were thought to have connections to the otherworld which earned them great respect. Legend also features the hare as a shapeshifter that could transform into human form.

CELTIC SAYINGS

On tay a lee-on le maw-dee aye-rogue shay le dar-nid.

Translation: He who lies down with dogs, gets up with fleas.