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Dagda

Dagda

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A chief Irish god seen as a father figure linked to strength, wisdom, and fertility
  • proper noun
  • Literature
: Dagda
  • Legends often depict the Dagda as a god associated with fertility and powerful magic.

Examples

  • In sleeping with the Dagda, the Morrigan imbued him with her divine energy, and he was enabled to lead the Tuatha De to victory.

    Academic text (2000)

  • Afterward, the Morrigan prophesied to the Dagda, telling him of the battle to come and how she would help him to win it.

    Academic text (2000)

  • Exactly midway between these two royal sites lies Uisneach, the traditional meeting place of the five provinces said to be the home of the Dagda, chief of the old gods, and the burial place of Lugh.

    Academic text (2011)

  • In Irish mythology, the Dagda is revered as the chief god who embodies wisdom and strength.

  • The Dagda, known as a father-figure among the Tuatha Dé Danann, plays a vital role in Celtic legends.

Synonyms

The Dagda
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  • Literature
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A powerful Irish god who leads the Tuatha Dé Danann and brings strength, plenty, and wisdom

is the same name usually written without the definite article

Surface Forms

Dagda main

Etymology

Dagda: The name Dagda comes from Old Irish and is often linked to dag 'good', so it is read as 'the good god'. A helpful way to remember Dagda is to think of him as a strong 'dad' or father figure who brings fertility, wisdom, and strength.