Irish mythology

Irish mythology is the collection of tales and beliefs out of Celtic folklore and religion in Ireland, mostly prior to the widespread introduction of Christianity. Major legendary cycles that have survived to the present day include the Tain and the Fenian cycle[?].

Topics in Irish mythology include:

Festivals and Seasons

• Samhain
• Beltane
• Lughnassa
• Imbolc

Gods and Goddesses

• Tuatha de Danaan
• The Dagda
• Morrigan
• Cian
• Brighid
• Boann
• Banbha
• Cliodna[?]
• Creidhne
• Cyhiraeth
• Danu
• Dian Cecht
• Donn
• Eriu
• Fodla
• Goibhniu[?]
• Luchta
• Lugh, (also spelt Lug)
• Macha
• Nechtan
• Neit[?]
• Nemhain[?]
• Nuada
• Oengus
• Ogma

Heroes and Heroines

• Fionn mac Cumhail
• Cu Chulainn
• Brian Boru, a historical character rather than a mythological being.

Legendary creatures

• Sidhe
• Banshee
• Leprechaun
• Goblin
• Púca[?]

Places

• Giant's Causeway

Miscellaneous

• Celts and human sacrifice

Accounts and Writings

• Book of Invasions[?]

Other sources:

• Gods and Fighting Men, by Lady Augusta Gregory[?]

(available as an etext at: http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm )

See also: Celtic mythology

External links:

Timeless Myths (http://www.timelessmyths.com/celtic)