Aengus

Aengus is a member of the Tuatha de Danaan and the son of Brigid, sharing with her the role of protector of arts and artists, especially music and poetry, furthermore he's the god of love and beauty.

Summary

He is, nearly always, depicted as a young men with long flowing dark hair and emerald green eyes. Not rarely, artists give him elvish features such as pointy ears and elongated eyes. His responsability is to dispense inspiration to artists and among the tribe, to liven up their days with poetry and songs. When depicted with a weapon, he carries a short bow, but more often he's portrayed using a musical instrument. His sacred symbol is a golden harp on an emerald green background.

Historical basis

The aspect and personality of Aengus are inspired by the historic person of Angus, the fair son of Deirdre and founder of Hörburg.

Spread

Aengus is commonly worshipped all across Phaldorya, wherever an artist plays or create a piece of art. His portfolio are the arts, in particular of the performing type. He's also considered a protector of all things beautiful and graceful. His clergy lead mainly the life of the wandering minstrels and the proper temples dedicated to Aengus are rare. One of the exception is the Temple of the Nightingale in Horburg, where it's said to be kept the first stone erected for the foundation of the city. He gets invoked by anyone attemting to either create a piece of music, poetry or theatre or to perform them. He's also invoked as a granter and keeper of physical beauty and he's often called upon by lovers so that He may intercede in the heart of the beloved ones.

Cultural Reception

Aengus is particularly venerated in Horburgh where is the seat of one of the most important school of music and bardic arts of the continent.

Cultural Reception

Aengus is worshipped all around Phaldorya, especially by bards and travelling artists, and he's often called upon by lovers so that He may intercede in the heart of the beloved ones.

by Luca Poddighe on artbreeder