The Celts were an emotional, passionate, and battle-loving people who lived in extended family groups called clans. They practiced oral tradition and hospitality. Homosexuality was accepted if permitted by marriage contracts. Women had equal status and roles. Celts believed in an afterlife realm and that human sacrifice ensured successful crops, battles, and journeys through life. Druids were highly respected priests and teachers responsible for religion, law, and sacrifice through long training.
