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Lir

In Celtic mythology, Lir ("the sea") was the god of the sea, father of Manannan mac Lir, Bran, Branwen and Manawydan by Penarddun and a son of Danu and Beli. He was held captive by Eurosswydd until Penarddun slept with him, giving birth to twins, Nisien and Efnisien. He had a daughter named Fionnuala by an unknown mother.

He is also called Llyr in Welsh. However, confusingly, Llyr is also used to refer to Llyr Llediaith, a king who may be the same person as Leir of Britain.

Last updated: 01-04-2007 01:18:57
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