Knights of the Stone

A Little about Us.

The Temple of Stone, the la tain Fal, Stone of Truth;

We are members of various pagan traditions and organizations who come together to study not only the histories and cultures of our ancestors, but in the servitude of clergy and in the functions of squire and maiden of our sacred sites and organizations

We are here to help research and teach, as well as learn, from each other in the practice of ritual etiquette and traditional rites. The founding members, each listed with their background information and contact details, have served as squires and maidens in numerous traditions and open circles at festivals. Not sure what a squire or maiden is in circle, no worries, we'll explain that as well. We have a combined experiance of over 20 years practice and training in many traditions and customs

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Words We Live By

Triads of the Knights

Three things that make a warrior;

Truth to oneself,

Courage in all things,

Honor above all.

What is best for Nobility;

Speech without lies,

Friends without want,

a heart without hate.

Three ways to win your battles;

By truth of your words,

By honor in your actions,

By holding to peace.

Three strengths to a warrior;

The Stone of Truth,

The sword arm of Peace,

Courage of the Heart.

Three things to respect;

Youth in its honesty,

Age in its wisdom,

Acts of nobility.

Three things to avoid;

Slothfulness in your days,

Excuses for your duties,

Closing your heart to others.

What are the Knights of the Stone?A very brief discription

The knights are pagan members of various traditions and paths who have come together to form a study group in the servitude and guardianship of the pagan temples, sacred spaces, clergy, and community freedoms.

We study in areas of:
    historical armed combat - traditional Knight (warrior) training
    cultural laws and customs
    chivalry
    pagan religious and traditional customs
    civil laws - USA
    continual education in psychology, sociology, philosophy, and metaphysics

    Our goals include; continual education information for our pagan clergy, dissemination of information for the pagan and cowen alike on paganism, continual community communication, providing aide in education of paganism, serving our pagan community in proper ritual etiquette, and ensuring longevity in our religious beliefs and freedoms.
    Although active in religo-political issues, we do not support any political or religious side or faction as a group, rather we discuss and inform pagans of political issues that will affect their freedoms.
    WE BELIVE IN SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE!

    There are many grades and levels of Knight participation.
Pagan Herald - those who promote information and education of paganism from         classes and workshops to festival events and open circles.
Fiel-man (literally oath bound) - pagans in clergy training classes or licensed clergy who are dedicated to the continual education of clergy and pagan groups
Maiden/Squire - those who have decided on studying the courses of our           knighthood training and serve their patron deity and priesthood           in circle or ritual, dedicated to the service of their community           as advocate and herald
Knight Oath Sworn - Pagan licensed clergy and desiccants to their patron           deity and priesthood who have completed their training and are           public heralds to and their
    community(s) and help in continual education programs.

    The Knights operate a round table Peers Council where all sit with equality in station and voice to hold discussions and share in events planning, issues of pagan concerns and generally share experiences.
    Further information on the knighthood training can be attained from:
    thedruids003@yahoo.com

knights_ofthe_stone@yahoo.com

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/temple_of_the_stone

The Knights of the Stone Oath

Knights of the Stone

Triad of Law

As a guardian I shall protect the land of my peoples and my tradition, defend from harm my temples and keep safe all within;

I shall yield always to mercy yet I shall tolorate no harm nor evil.

As a warrior I shall train honestly with my fellows in body and spirit;

To overcome my limits in strength, agility, and cunning;

To gain the skills nessasary for my station;

To refine my talents and abilities untill honed to their utmost;

And shall apply these skills to their fullest only when all other options are exhausted.

As a servant I shall serve my peoples, my fellows and my temple;

To seek out and serve the truths and the right in all conflicts;

To avoid slothfulness and deeds evil and law breaking;

To conduct myself humbly in serving hospitality to all;

To give freely of compassion, and courteously of assistance.

This is the Triad of Law that I swear to serve, guard and protect until my life itself is exhausted.

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Knights of the StoneMember bios and contact info

The Knights of the Stone was c concept derived by a hand full of pagans in the mid-south area back in 2001. We all contributed in many ways and still practice what we say to this day. Our numbers might not be enormous, however our contacts and experiance allows for us to continue to grow, online as well as within our traditions. The Temple of the Stone is not a coven, grove nor church. Rather it is our collection of information, our meeting hall, our 'school of thought' and a place open for discussion without embaresment nor persecution.

Members who are 'Oath Sworn Knights'
Oath sworn means dedicated clergy as well as those who have taken our Knights Oath.

Lord Shadar Stridanth , Sean Bigham DOB : April , 19 , 1969

geneology: Irish; Clan Brougham, Bowen, Bowmen, Bigham (all variations) Armstrong Scociety

Native American: Cherikawa Appachie, Stone Warrior Clan

From a Irish American ranching and US military family, born second generation American. Raised with the family values of the Celts and native American influence as Catholic began Jr Semminary only to be asked to be removed by his instructors as �being non agreeable to the teachings�, began spiritual seeking in 1984 of his Celtic and Native American background.

Achievements and Experiance:

Boy Scouts of America, from Cub to Egale Troop Leader

Experianced and training in Martial Arts;

second degree black belt- Karate, weaponless defence - Kempo

weapons training - katana, �chucks�, knife

Training and competition in; Fencing, rapier and saber, full armor and contact point

Military training in; combat medic and field hospital, longistics and communication

airborn infantry, and marksmanship with sidearm and rifle

Schooled in : Scocialogy, Social Psycology (MA), Cultural History of Europe(BA)

Spiritual Humanitism (ordained�95), Religious Docterine(DD)

Celtic History, Norse Mythology, Bardic Prose and Poetry

Structual Maintenance Eng. (BA), Third Degree Priest/Clergy from

Southern Delta Church of Wicca-ATC (1993), Religious Philosophy

Ongoing studies: Pagan History USA, Wiccan traditions, Druidry/Druidism,

First Aide & CPR as well as Wilderness medicine

Horesmanship and horse training

Hobbys and Intrests:

Mountain Guide/Hunting Guide, a job as well as a hobby. Wildlife preservation and ecological conservation

Horsback riding and trail trecking, camping, canoeing and kayaking, about anything as long as it�s in the wilderness.

Wood carving, hand made furniture, carpentry. Leather working, skins and hides tanning.

Poetry and song writing, drumming and chanting. History and mythology, story telling, writing fiction adventure.

SCA events and Renfaires!

Traveling, either in the wilderness or accross the nation.

Certificates Held:

Licensed Clergy, Third Degree Priest- SDCW-ATC Jonesboro, AR - Creighead County

Recognised Druid, ULC ministers creditintales

Docter of Divinity, ULC ministers classes

Religious Philosophy, Spiritual Humanitism

Scocial Psycology , intern level analisys, group therepist

First Aide & CPR, with AED, Heart Savers series, American Red Cross

Associations and Refrences:

Southern Delta Church of Wicca-ATC: (1993-2005) now in Memphis, TN

severd as Squire, Historian, Elders Council, Board Member

HP Terry Riley, Antoun Greydove

HPS Amanda Riley, Iniashee Chyenne

Lamar University : (1990- 1993) Beaumont ,TX

Arkansas State University : (1993-1994)Jonesboro, AR

Summerland Grove: (1996-2005) a nom-member yet connected by Elders

Elder (Scribe) Scott Summers

Elder Trudy Herring

Mid-South Pagans : Garry Christopher (Master Syrus) formerly SDCW-ATC Elder

(1993-2005) refoming the Jonesboro,AR church proerty for rebirth

Lynda (Lady Ivorywitch) formerly SDCW-ATC

(1995-2005) currently in Nashville, TN

Beltanna : Wolvenwold, Elk Creek, MO pagan singer/songwriter

(1997-2003) organiser of Wolvenwold pagan property and events

Cromann MacNessa, Hot Springs, AR Celtic reconstructionist

(1998-2005) co-ordinater of many a druid cyber communitys and

founder of Clann MacNessa group

FluidDruid - owner of the Fluid Druid Network and community

information co-ordination networker for the druids online(1998-05)

You can contact him at: shadarthedruid@yahoo.com

Lady Aiyanna DeBeansidhe
Aiyanna comes from a background of western ranchers, welsh shepards, Native American shammans, and strong pagan beliefs. Although raised Mormon, she began seeking out in the wilderness of Idaho and found many truths in nature that man never taught her.

She headed the Avalon tradition on line for 2 years as well as being a Priestess of Bridgette, which she carries on today. Her strengths are in healing ,as she is a massage theripst, and in environmental balance as she is more 'at home' in the woods than any place else.

Licensed through the Avalon Tradition, as well as being a Druid from the Order of the Elm, she councils many family and personal concerns. A practiced swordswoman and a frequint comptetitor in the May Day Festival 'Hobby Horse Joust' held in Memphis TN.
You can contact her at; tallisdaughter@yahoo.com

Also, Aiyanna sells AVON, so check her out.

Fielmen
These are the members of the Knights that haven't completed all training for knighthood

Lord WhiteCrow (sorry no pic yet)
WhiteCrow has a unique background in native american, Inuit, as he was brought-up in Alaska and was exposed to the native people by choice and chance. He is a powerful drummer and holds indepth rhythems from times long past in his melodies. His teachings began in the mid 90's and have gone much futher than his first questions had lead him to belive. A devoted family man, he belives in finding peace within and without and helps others to do the same.
Contact him at: ikabus@yahoo.com

If you would like to join the Knights of the Stone as a Pagan Herald, Fiel-man, or enter into our Knighthood, contact us at thedruids003@yahoo.com and let us get to know you.

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How did you find us?

We DO NOT Teach Magick, but we will be your guide to learn

SO....
Do you want to learn how to do magic?
    Well we can help direct you to the various web links and online group(s) just for you according to your search. And yes, we do this for free! Why? Because that's what we do. We are pagan clergy, here to help you in your search, not here to "convert" or "prostulize" nor do we seek followers.
Do you want to learn about pagan religious rites and practice?
    We can help there as well as we study as many cultural traditions and customs as we can to better our information and as for continual education in our pagan beliefs and lives.
Do you want to help us in our goal of religious information and education to the public?
    Well then, join in and share your knowledge and beliefs. Help others find answers to thier quests for knowledge of the pagan ancestors and cultural traditions that we still follow today. The Knights are warriors of information, guardians of knowledge and heralds of wisdom past down and recorded through-out history and brought alive by our convictions and daily practice.

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