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  1. Irish mythology is the body of myths indigenous to the island of Ireland. It was originally passed down orally in the prehistoric era. In the early medieval era, myths were written down by Christian scribes, who Christianized them to some extent. Irish mythology is the best-preserved branch of Celtic mythology.
    Overview

    Figures in Irish mythology include the following: See more

    Mythological Cycle

    Aengus - god of passionate and romantic love, youth and poetic inspiration
    Áine - goddess of parental and familial love, summer, wealth and sovereignty
    Banba, Ériu and Fódla - patron goddesses of Ireland… See more

    Ulster Cycle

    Ailill mac Máta - king of Connacht and husband of Medb
    Conchobar mac Nessa - king of Ulster
    Cú Chulainn - mythological hero known for his terrible battle frenzy… See more

    Fenian Cycle

    Fionn mac Cumhaill - legendary hunter-warrior and leader of the Fianna
    Caílte mac Rónáin - warrior of the Fianna who could run at remarkable speed and communicate with animals, and was a great storyteller… See more

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