Lir (Noun)
Meaning
The sea personified; father of Manannan; corresponds to Welsh Llyr.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The ancient myths told of Lir, the great sea god, who ruled over the waves with a mighty hand.
- In the Celtic pantheon, Lir was revered as the father of Manannan, the powerful sea deity.
- The stormy weather was said to be a manifestation of Lir's wrath, as he churned the seas with his mighty trident.
- The fishermen would often offer sacrifices to Lir, hoping to appease the sea god and ensure a bountiful catch.
- According to legend, Lir's kingdom was a mystical realm beneath the waves, where the sea creatures danced and played in his honor.