Tag: Lir

  • The Tragic Legacy of Lir and His Swan Children

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    The Tale of Lir and His Enchanted Children Background Lir resided in the realm of Sídh Fionnachaidh, an area linked to the maritime imagery that bonds him to Manannán Mac Lir, the god of the sea. The Story of Lir Lir’s tribulations began when Bodhbh Dearg, known as Bov the Red, ascended to the throne…

  • The Story of Lir and His Lost Children

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    The Legend of Lir and His Transformative Tale Background The story of Lir is deeply entwined with the imagery of Sídh Fionnachaidh, often referred to as “the hill of the white field.” This white field is symbolically linked to the sea, which serves as the connection between Lir and the sea god, Manannán Mac Lir.…

  • The Complex Legacy of Aoife’s Tale and the Children of Lir

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    Lir, a notable figure in Irish mythology, is famously recognized as the father of the children who were transformed into swans due to the nefarious actions of their stepmother, Aoife, in the narrative known as “The Children of Lir.” This is a tale I share sparingly, often referring to it simply as “Aoife’s Tale.” To…