Encyclopedia of Spirits; The Ultimate Guide to the magic of Fairies, Genies, Demons, Ghosts, Gods & Goddesses // Judika Illes
☀️ Irish God of the Sun, Storms, the Harvest, Oaths, Kings and Justice
☀️ Patron of Kings, Artisans, Poets, Blacksmiths, Carpenters, Craftsmen, Poets, Physicians, Soldiers and Warriors
☀️ Also known as: Lug, Luc
Lugh, Lord of Craftsmanship, Light, Victory and War, is a master builder, harper, poet, warrior, sorcerer, metalworker, cupbearer and physician. It’s hard to envision anything that Lugh isn’t good at.
Lugh was venerated throughout the ancient Celtic world. At least fourteen European Cities are named for Lugh, including Laon, Leyden, Loudon and Lyon. Lyon’s old name was Lugdunum, meaning “Lugh’s Fort”. That city is believed to have been his cult center. Its coins bore the images of ravens, which may be a reference to Lugh. The Romans identified Lugh with Mercury. Many European churches dedicated to Michael the Archangel are believed to have been built over sites once dedicated to Lugh. Post-Christianity, many of Lugh’s sacred functions were reassigned to saints like Patrick and Luke.
Lugh apparently traveled westward through Europe. Irish and Welsh myths describe his first appearance in their pantheon. He is greeted with resistance from women in Wales. His first public act in Ireland is to join battle with the Tuatha Dé Danann (his father’s people) against the Fomorian, his mother’s people. Lugh chooses allegiance with his paternal line; the myth may be interpreted as indicating the beginnings of patriarchy in Ireland.
☀️ Manifestation: He is often described as shining, handsome, charming and witty. He has a silver tongue to match his skillful hands.
☀️ Consorts: Lugh has different consorts in different locations, but he was frequently linked to Rosmerta
☀️ Spirit Allies: Lugh shared the city of Lyon with Kybele, and Paris with Isis. In battle, Lugh used his own weapons, but also those belonging to Manannan.
☀️ Animals: Lion, Horse, Raven, Stag, Crow, Hound, Lynx
☀️ Trees: Apple, Oak, Hazelnut, Holly
☀️ Flowers: Marigold, Goldenrod, Sunflower, Carnation, Rose, Gorse
☀️ Herbs: Bay, Basil, Allspice, Rosemary, Cinnamon
☀️ Foods: Corn, Bread, Apple, Potato, Berries
☀️ Beverages: Wine, Mead, Apple Cider
☀️ Colors: Brown, Gold, Yellow, Green
☀️ Crystals: Citrine, Carnelian, Sunstone, Topaz, Quartz
☀️ Festival: August 1st, the festival of Lughnasa. Lughnasa means “the marriage of Lugh”. Lugh the sun and the Earth Mother renew their vows annually during the full moon in August and invite all to gather and revel with them. Lughnasa celebrates the consummation of their sacred relationship.
Once upon a time, Lughnasa was a four week festival; the last two weeks of July and the first two weeks of August, roughly corresponding to when the sun is in Leo, the astrological sign that belongs to the sun and epitomizes its power. In modern Irish Gaeilge, the month of August is Lunasa. However, the modern wiccan sabbat of Lughnasa is almost devoted solely to the eve of July 31st leading to Lughnasa Day on August 1st.
☀️ Symbols: Spear, Harp, Sun, Slingshot
☀️ Tarot Cards: The Sun, Justice
☀️ Moon Phases: Full, Waxing
☀️ Scents: Apple, Cinnamon, Rose
Harvested Fruits and Vegetables
Learn a new skill, especially if it’s related to Healing, Fighting or The Arts
Make Art, in any form, that is devoted to him
Make Art of him, however you personally picture him
Teach yourself Self Defense
Teach yourself First Aid and Healing Magic
Acknowledge your duties and try to act more Regal, even in day to day life
Protect those who need it, and help those you know you can help
Take care of your body, both physically and mentally
Work to better yourself in any area
Treat your loved ones to a lovely meal
Always keep your promises
Support political and law-based justice, and sign petitions or give donations to make sure justice is appropriately given
Dress in Brown or Golden Colors
Try to become more a witty and confident person
Plant more Trees, take care of the Environment and do more Social Justice work
Buy a Kilt and wear it unapologetically
Buy medieval-style weapons, particularly Spears or Slingshots
Practice Confidence and Self-Love!!!
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