SCONE - Search For The Stone Of Destiny
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- Опубліковано 16 кві 2024
- The Stone of Destiny. Also known as The Stone of Scone. A stone whose origins are unknown, stretching far back into the mists of time with wafts of Jacob's Pillow in the biblical Book of Genesis, or perhaps attributed to the High Kings of Ireland. Whatever its origins, make no mistake, this is a very special stone.
Used in the crowning ceremony of all Scotland's Kings from the 9th to the 13th century, this is Scotland's stone. It once sat on Moot Hill by Scone Palace not far from Perth, itself once the capital of Scotland. The 42 Scottish Kings crowned here include Scotland's very first King, Kenneth MacAlpin, who united, through war, the Scots and the Picts to create the Scotland that we know today.
But then King Edward I of England stole it.
During the first War of Scottish Independence King Robert the Bruce was crowned at Scone, but without the Stone of Destiny, which lay in Westminster Abbey. It lay there for many hundreds of years.
But then we stole it back.
In 1950 it was taken from Westminster Abbey by Scottish Nationalists and returned to Scotland. At that time, a number of exact copies of the stone were made. To this day, it is not clear which of the copies is the real Stone of Destiny.
Moved recently from Edinburgh Castle, The Stone of Scone, or Stone of Destiny, has now been moved to Perth's new museum, where it is on display for all to see.
But is it the real Stone of Destiny?
With a blend of humour and fact, Ed briefly tells the story, visiting Moot Hill in the grounds of Scone Palace, Perth, and in the end reveals the true location of The Stone of Destiny, on display for all to see.
For the King.
Thoroughly entertaining and ye can sing as well, thanks Eddie for some good old fashioned fun🤠
Smashing little video, yet again
Another great video..😁
I absolutely love your videos and content. Oh how my heart yearns to return to Scotland!!! Thank you for all you do to share such brilliant material. All the best to you, and Cheers!!!
UA-cam didnt tell me about this one i just seen it now darn UA-cam kick kick oooh good video aboot tha stone...
I was sniggering at your story about the scone-making. Thankfully, you came clean in the end. Clever introduction to your song, addressing the Tree. I am surprised to learn that you'd recorded that song five years ago, because it sounded to me as if it was hot off the DAW this week. Your voice and the sentiment of the song are quite lovely. You could be singing to anyone or anything, which is magic, because it still feels 'romantic' and poignant. Now, we are left wondering if the real Stone of Destiny is in the Arlington Bar.....
Enjoyed that Ed, especially the lyrics....very Peart like
Absolutely loved this ❤️ 🏴
This is high quality stuff.I Love Scotland
Hi Ed,
The ‘Scone’ of Destiny?
Always enjoy your travels done in a relaxing manner with bit of fun and music. I haven’t been to Scone for years must go again. Like Perth for a walk round too.
Another interesting and entertaining video thanks Ed. You certainly had a nice day. There certainly is so much history connected to Scone. My wife and I visited Scone palace back in 2015. We had a beautiful day exploring the grounds and walking through parts of the palace. Oh yes, and we had lunch in the tea room. Unfortunately I can't remember if there were scones on the menu or not haha.
Many years ago I had a conversation with the late Nigel Tranter, historian and writer. He was convinced that the stone that Edward I of England appropriated wasn’t the actual Stone of Destiny and that the monks had hidden it long before Longshanks men reached Scone. According to Tranter, to placate the English the Abbot of Scone had substituted a large stone slab that had covered a privy or water channel. A monastic man with a wry sense of humour.
Keep up the good work Ed, lovely B-roll to go with interesting stories.
Thanks for another lovely video, you certainly had luck with the weather on that day.
The Scone of Destiny. My mother had the recipe.
Thanks Ed, another great video.
Hi Ed! I love watching Your videos, great attention to details and very educational. I wonder if You ever had an opportunity to walk from Loanhead to Penicuik through Roslin? It's a great little walk with many nice spots on it's way, including Bilston Glen Viaduct, Battle of Roslin Monument, Roslin War Memorial, Rosslyn Chapel, Rosslyn Castle, Ruins of Gunpowder Factory and many many more. All the best and greetings from Poland.
Whaaaaat no Pie ,no Sandwich. Come on Ed .