Once upon a time there was a mysterious goddess, or perhaps a witch-it’s not quite clear which, who lived on an island in the middle of Lake Tegid. It is said that knowing the name of something gives
one power over it. That might be because knowing a thing’s name reveals its nature. Well, the name of this goddess, or witch, is Cerridwen. Knowing that is not likely to give you any power over her.
Nor will it help you understand her nature. The name Cerridwen means someone who is fair and beloved. However, there are some who say her original name was really Cyrridfen, which means a hooked,
crooked old woman. …
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