Fourth Branch of the Mabinogi

Lleu Llaw Gyffes: Welsh Mythology and Legend

Lleu Llaw Gyffes stands at the center of Welsh mythology as a hero whose extraordinary birth, hidden lineage, and repeated trials shape one of the most intricate episodes in the Mabinogi. This excerpt introduces the meaning of his name, his place in medieval Welsh literature, and the themes of sovereignty, enchantment, and betrayal that make his legend enduring.