Facts about Lugh of the Long Arm

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   Patron deity of the Tuatha Dé Danann, Lugh of the Long Arm is associated with the sun, light, and oaths in Irish mythology.

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   Lugh of the Long Arm wields a magical spear called Lúin of Celtchar in some traditions, counted among the Four Treasures of the Tuatha Dé Danann.

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   Skilled in every art and craft, Lugh of the Long Arm earned the epithet Samildánach, meaning 'equally skilled in many arts' in Old Irish.

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   A son of the Irish sun god Lugh of the Long Arm was the legendary hero Cú Chulainn, one of the central figures of the Ulster Cycle.

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   In Irish mythology, Lugh of the Long Arm slew his grandfather Balor of the Evil Eye at the Second Battle of Mag Tuired.

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   The Irish god Lugh of the Long Arm is associated with skill and craftsmanship, and the harvest festival Lughnasadh is named in his honor.

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