Celtic Mythology Blog

Whatever version of the tales you choose to follow, one thing cannot be denied. Oghma has always had a significant impact on the world around him. Battling oppression for his people. Serving the needs of his tribe. Pushing the scope of learning in new ways. To this day ogham, the script bears the name of the intellect, poet, warrior and word smith that created it. To this day, Ogham can be found carved upon the rock, some might say the very bones, of Ireland.

What kind of person could the Tuatha Dé Danann choose as their Champion?
For an answer one must simply look to Oghma.

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.

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?