Tag: Mabinogi
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Irish and Welsh mythology brims with enigmatic and captivating figures, though many narratives have vanished through the passage of time, primarily due to oral traditions and generational storytelling. Among these stories, one has endured partially against the tide of time: the tale of Arawn, the king of the Otherworld in Celtic and Welsh mythology. Arawn…
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Rhiannon stands as a prominent character in the ancient prose and mythology of Britain, specifically within the Mabinogi. These narratives, compiled between the 12th and 13th centuries, draw on earlier oral traditions and were crafted by Welsh medieval authors. Rhiannon is known as the Celtic goddess of the moon whose name translates to “Divine Queen”…
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Overview Arawn is recognized as the Welsh sovereign of Annwn, the Otherworld depicted in the Mabinogi. Renowned as a masterful hunter and magician, his shapeshifting abilities are particularly celebrated in his interactions with Pwyll, the Lord of Dyfed. Etymology The name Arawn is believed to relate to the Hebrew name Aaron, denoting “exalted.” However, it…
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Irish and Welsh mythology is a treasure trove of enigmatic and captivating characters. Regrettably, the passage of time has obscured many of these narratives, often lost through oral traditions that changed as they were recounted across generations. Yet, one tale has managed to partially withstand this temporal erosion, centering on Arawn, the sovereign of the…
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Arawn: The Enigmatic Lord of the Otherworld Introduction Arawn, a prominent figure in Welsh mythology, reigns over Annwn, a mystical realm depicted in the Mabinogi. Renowned for his abilities as a hunter and magician, Arawn is particularly recognized for his interactions with Pwyll, the Lord of Dyfed. Etymology The name Arawn is often thought to…
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Rhiannon holds a significant position in the foundational prose and mythology of Britain, particularly in the Mabinogi—a collection of narratives that were documented in the 12th and 13th centuries, stemming from earlier oral traditions by Welsh authors of the medieval era. As a prominent figure, Rhiannon is recognized as the Celtic goddess of the moon,…
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Overview Arawn is a prominent figure in Welsh mythology, known as the lord of Annwn, the Otherworld found in the Mabinogi. Renowned for his exceptional hunting skills and magical prowess, particularly in shapeshifting, Arawn’s most notable association is with Pwyll, the Lord of Dyfed. Etymology The name Arawn is thought to have roots in Welsh,…
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Irish and Welsh mythology abounds with enigmatic figures that capture the imagination. However, countless narratives have vanished over the ages, largely due to their oral transmission across generations. Yet, one remarkable tale partially withstands the test of time, focusing on Arawn, the monarch of the Otherworld in Celtic and Welsh traditions. Arawh’s story is as…
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Rhiannon holds a significant place in the early narratives and myths of Britain, particularly in the Mabinogi. These tales were compiled during the 12th and 13th centuries from earlier oral traditions by Welsh writers of the medieval era. Rhiannon is recognized as the Celtic goddess associated with the moon, and her name translates to ‘Divine…