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A tanist, in ancient [[Ireland]], was the man appointed to succeed the local king upon his death or retirement (much like the second-in-command in a [[gargoyle]] clan). Presumably this title of the Stone's reflects its role in the appointing of kings. | A tanist, in ancient [[Ireland]], was the man appointed to succeed the local king upon his death or retirement (much like the second-in-command in a [[gargoyle]] clan). Presumably this title of the Stone's reflects its role in the appointing of kings. | ||
Latest revision as of 07:12, 27 February 2025
The Tanist Stone was one of the names of the Stone of Destiny. ("Rock of Ages")
A tanist, in ancient Ireland, was the man appointed to succeed the local king upon his death or retirement (much like the second-in-command in a gargoyle clan). Presumably this title of the Stone's reflects its role in the appointing of kings.
