Celtic Mythology Blog
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Leannán Sidhe in the Streets. Leannán Sidhe in the Sheets. Either way, You're Fucked
Ireland has long been regarded as a place somehow caught between two worlds. This world, a place of mortality and the mundane, and the Otherworld, a realm of magic, fantastic beasts, and Immortal beings. Today we take a look at one of these 'Sidhe', 'Fae' or 'Fairy folk' of Ireland. -
Mananán Mac Lír - When the Otherworld Calls
There is a saying that knowledge is power. The knowing of a thing leads to understanding and in understanding we are empowered. Might I suggest you take some time to get to know Mananán Mac Lír, so that you too may be prepared for when the Otherworld calls. -
The Dagda - I'm not 'Good'... I'm just Good at it!
The Dagda is known by many names among the Tuatha Dé Danann. To some he is Ollathair, the 'Great Father', to others he is Fer Benn, the 'horned man' but though he carries many names upon him there is something more that is acknowledged by his tribe. That he is The Dagda, the 'Good God' or 'Goodly one' possessed of all druidic power and wisdom. -
The Dagda - Do the Work
The Dagda is a God of labour, but also a God of balance and rest. Of getting what you deserve for the efforts you put in. Honouring Him is not as hard as you might think, it can be quite easy in fact... just Do the Work. -
Medb of Cruachán - Warrior, Queen, Priestess, Judge of Heroes.
Medb is a multi-faceted figure of Irish lore, linked with priestess work in the Otherworld, the sovereignty of Ireland itself as a goddess, and the rites of judgement and right rule. The Banshenchus (the Lore of Woman) manuscript, may have described her best; "Glorious, perverse, extravagant and liberal". -
Go Deep with the Mórrígan - When Working with the Great Queen, Be Prepared
The Mórrígan is an expert at the long game - for her perspective is not measured in days or months, but in decades and indeed centuries. She will always take that which is of use to Her, but for those she calls there is greater personal work required. To achieve that which She expects, one must gather their valour and be ready to gaze upon the battlefield, for in Her service we can gain glimpses of fate to aid in the manifestation of Her design.
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What Would Dagda Do?
The Tuatha Dé Danann came into Ireland as immigrants descended from emigrants. They are said to have been a people skilled in every art and possessing all manner of occult knowledge having traveled far and wide in its seeking. Among these people came The Dagda into Ireland. The tribe of Danú included many a master - the healer Dian Cecht, the smith Goibhniu, the champion Ogma and even Lugh known as the ildanach 'he of many skills' - yet it was the Dagda who was called the chief God, even among them, for his abilities. -
The Bulls of Cruachán - The White Bull of Connacht and the Brown Bull of Ulster.
The tale of the bulls of Cruachan is one of rivalry and conflict, yet there is more to learn when we look deeper. It shows us the power possessed of those who know the true meaning of words. It teaches us what can happen when a joke is not 'just a joke', and it shows that a conflict between equals can never end in anything other that ruin for both. -
Lugh Lámhfada - Ildánach of the Tuatha Dé Danann: Warrior, King, Hero
Throughout the stories of Lugh Lámhfada, we see him continually striving to achieve mastery: First, of his life, in survival and fosterage; Then, in all of his skills to prove his worth; Then, of his homeland in service to his tribe. Mastery of anything is within our reach, if we have the will to pursue and practice. Do you?
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Goibhniu - Warrior Smith of the Tuatha Dé Danann
Goibhniu's story is one of the power of creation; for in the act of crafting an item is the intimate knowledge of that item, as it comes into being with your own hand. When one possesses complete and intimate knowledge of a thing, then there is no mystery to it... and in a way, no harm that can come from it. -
A Body Made of Daggers - The Mórrígan by An Scéalaí Beag
We had a recent question from our community regarding the source of the text for one of our best selling T-Shirts and I realized that, though it stands on its own, sometimes the back story adds to the appreciation.
So, 'What is the background to this quote?'...
“A Body Made Of Daggers. Forged In The Heat Of Her Rage. Sharpened Upon The Wheel Of Her Intent.”
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Nuada Airgetlám - King of the Tuatha Dé Danann
Nuada's journey is one of seeking what is best for him and his people. He is one who does not let adversity overcome him. He does not accept anything but what is fairly deserved. He is a leader of both words and deeds, and one who will always seek to be whole.
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