About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- Variants
- Goibhniu, Gaibhne
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
The smith-god of the Tuatha Dé Danann who forged the weapons of the gods at the Battle of Mag Tuired and brewed the ale of immortality.
The story behind Goibniu
Forged the unfailing weapons of the gods at the Battle of Mag Tuired against the Fomorians.
Mythology & legend
Smith god of the Tuatha Dé Danann; brother of Credne the metal-worker and Luchta the wright.
Did you know?
His magical ale at the feast of the Tuatha Dé Danann conferred immortality.
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