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.
Arawn: Welsh Mythology God of the Otherworld
Arawn is a central figure in Welsh mythology and the ruler of Annwn, the Otherworld of medieval tradition, where he appears not as a simple death deity but as a noble king linked to sovereignty, honor, and transformation. His story, especially in the *Mabinogi*, reveals a complex boundary between the human and otherworldly realms, inviting readers to explore how Welsh literature reimagined power and the afterlife.
