The oak represents courage and endurance and the protective power of faith. The tree's noble presence and nurturing habit reassured ancient peoples that, with the good will of their gods, their leader, and their warriors, they could prevail against all odds.
As the Tree of the Dagda, the oak offers protection and hospitality without question, although its true rewards are only apparent to the honest and brave. The ancient Celts deplored lies and cowardice. To be judged mean spirited could result in exclusion from the clan, which was one of the most shameful and most feared of all possible punishments. Like the oak, we would do well to receive without prejudice all those who seek our help, sharing what we have without resentment or reservation.
The oak reminds us all that the strength to prevail, come what may, lies in an open mind and a generous spirit. Inflexibility, however, is the oak's one weakness and the tree is prone to lose limbs in storms. The oak therefore carries the warning that stubborn strength that resists will not endure and may break under strain.
This would be a warning to the Coal Seam Gas Frack Energy Companies from the ancestral people of the land. The Oak is the spirit of the people from all across this great land and when the Oak is troubled it isn't a good outcome I see. All the laws have well been broken against the traditional people now. I feel a level of shame as a human being. To be the same species - a human and do this against your brother is unforgivable.
Image by Mezza - Oaks in Central Australia
Image by Mezza - Oaks in Central Australia
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