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Eochaid mac Eirc - High King of Ireland, the last Fir Bolg king and the first king to establish a system of justice; Fiacha Cennfinnán - High King of Ireland; Fodbgen - High King of Ireland; Gaillimh iníon Breasail - mythical woman from whom the river and city of Galway derive their name; Gann and Genann - joint High Kings of Ireland
The main supernatural beings in Irish mythology are the Tuatha Dé Danann ("the folk of the goddess Danu"), also known by the earlier name Tuath Dé ("god folk" or "tribe of the gods"). [3] Early medieval Irish writers also called them the fir dé (god-men) and cenéla dé (god-kindreds), possibly to avoid calling them simply 'gods'. [4]
Pages in category "Films based on Celtic mythology" The following 12 pages are in this category, out of 12 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A.
Irish folklore (Irish: béaloideas) refers to the folktales, balladry, music, dance and mythology of Ireland.It is the study and appreciation of how people lived. The folklore of Ireland includes banshees, fairies, leprechauns and other mythological creatures, and was typically shared orally by people gathering around, sharing stories.
In Irish mythology, Clíodhna (Clídna, Clionadh, Clíodna, Clíona, transliterated to Cleena in English) is a Queen of the Banshees of the Tuatha Dé Danann. Clíodna of Carrigcleena is the potent banshee that rules as queen over the sióga (fairies) of South Munster , or Desmond .
Keep reading for 30 of the best Irish movies you can stream on St. Patrick’s Day and beyond. 1. The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) Who's in it: Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Kerry Condon.
This is a list of films that are based upon myths and legends found in Europe. Subcategories. ... Films based on Celtic mythology (3 C, 12 P)
Here are 12 Irish movies to watch this St. Patrick’s Day. 'Darby O’Gill and the Little People' Starting off the list strong is this 1959 Robert Stevenson-directed leprechaun-themed movie.