The Celtic way of seeing posits a direct link between the eye and the
heart, a link that connects seekers to forces, energies, and knowledge
that exist beyond the corporeal world. Here, Frank MacEowen explains
this intuitive way of seeing by retelling a traditional Irish story, The
Settling of the Manor of Tara. The story is essential because it
introduced to Irish culture the concept of the four directions -- north,
south, east, and west. For the Irish, just as for Native Americans, the
directions act as guides and protectors. Once seekers learn to "see" the
directions, spirituality becomes a living thing, making each seeker not
just an observer but a participant. After retelling the ancient story in
beautiful, prose evocative of ancient Ireland, MacEowen then places its
wisdom in contemporary terms, and shares exercises and practices that
help readers incorporate the teachings into daily life.