Welsh mythology

Wonderfully Illustrated Map of the Welsh book of myths and stories, THE MABINOGION

Stephen Price ‘Give us rhyme for rhyme through the wood of the door Then open the door if you fail’ Mari Lwyd, the mysterious and menacing cloaked horse, is perhaps one of our most spectacular winter traditions. Her ghostly skull and white robes, baubles for eyes and a mane of translucent colours prove an unsettling, […]

lady of the lake Speed, Lancelot (1860-1931), "The Lady of the Lake" from: The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights . 9th edition. Ed. Sir James Knowles, K. C. V. O. London; New York: Frederick Warne and Co., 1912

An introduction to some of the most interesting characters, creatures, and monsters from Welsh folklore and mythology.

'Rhiannon' from the Mabinogion, painting by Alan Lee

I ran into the Ceridwen's Cauldron spread from my Druid Oracles tarot app. I fell in love with its construction, based on the goddess' Ceridwen's brew, a mixture she prepared to imbue her son with inspiration. The Daughters of the Moon tarot book calls her Keeper of the Cauldron, calling us to be &q

The púca (Irish for spirit/ghost), pooka, phouka, phooka, phooca, puca or púka, is primarily a creature of Irish folklore. Considered to be bringers both of good and bad fortune, they could either help or hinder rural and marine communities. The creatures were said to be shape changers which could take the appearance of black horses, goats and rabbits. The púca has counterparts throughout the Celtic cultures of Northwest Europe. For instance, in Welsh mythology it is named the pwca and in…

Meet the fierce 🗡️ Agrona, 'Welsh Goddess of War.' Delve into the lore of this powerful deity, embodying strife and sovereignty. Discover her influence in Celtic mythology and how to connect with her warrior spirit. 🛡️✨ Ideal for those drawn to the strength and resilience of goddess energies. Embrace the power of Agrona in your practice for courage and protection. 🔥🌿