More on Septs

[creagdhubh]

So it is indeed folly to think that an 'official' list of sept names is the be-all, end-all of clan associations. Sadly, though, for those of us who cannot prove our lineage back that far, it's all we've got.

Agreed, yet one can argue that the Chief (recognised by Lord Lyon) of a particular Highland clan or Lowland family, has indeed approved an 'official' 'sept' list. His or her knowledge of his or her own clan, extended family/branches and the associated families in which have gradually become 'a part' of the clan structure and organisation through the centuries, should be absolute - ideally (and perhaps romantically) speaking of course. Then again, most Chiefs authorise clan membership if a person or persons are simply interested in Scottish heritage, or have some vague, indirect link to the clan. In comparison to Scottish clan structure of the past and during its 'golden age,' it is rather obvious that things have changed quite a bit in our modern era - for the better I'm sure - no more feuds and skirmishes! Hahaha!

Cheers,