Coll/Hazel (Second Aicme)
Coll/Hazel
᚛ᚉ᚜
To know oneself
is knowledge gained.
to know ones motivation.
is wisdom to be made.
Pronunciation: CULL
Sound Value: C
Tree(s): Hazel
Keywords:
knowledge, creativity, inspiration, wisdom, enlightenment, poetry, wholeness
Kennings:
Morann mac Main: “Fairest of trees”
Word Ogham of Cu Chulainn: “Sweetest of woods, that is, a nut”
Elemental attribution: Fire
Calendar attribution:/ August 5th- September 1rst
Secrets of the Fid:
Coll is revered as one of the most profound symbols in the alphabet, as it represents the Hazel tree from which the nuts of wisdom fall. The fruits of nature’s deepest insights. According to legend, Finn Mac Cumhail gained this extraordinary wisdom in his youth after consuming a salmon that fed on these Hazel nuts. This story serves as a reminder of how Coll signifies the rich harvest of intellectual growth and understanding.
Wisdom can be seen as a map of knowledge, illustrating how countless pieces of understanding beautifully intertwine across diverse realms. In the realm of music, wisdom reflects the delicate dance of many small elements working together to create a powerful, harmonious melody.
Wisdom goes far beyond simply gathering facts; it embodies a certain comprehension of how small forces combine to form something greater. While many may possess knowledge, often marked by titles; this does not necessarily equate to true wisdom. Knowledge might be fleeting or limited to specific moments, but wisdom offers timeless, enduring insights that resonate deep within us. It empowers us to live more fully, learning vital lessons from our experiences and embracing the foresight to consider multiple possible paths ahead.
Divinatory meanings upright:
Knowledge, intelligence, talent; transformation and flexibility; the beginning of a new stage in life; communication and teaching, new information.
Divinatory meanings reversed:
Creative and intellectual blockages, lack of insight; often, fear of failure, leading to a retreat to familiar ground.