Lughnasadh comes from the name Lugh, who was a Celtic Sun God and there are many legends about him;
 
 
     Lugh was the son of Cian of the Tuatha De Danann and Eithne the daughter of Balor, King of Fomor. Commander of the Tuatha, Lugh slew his grandfather Balor in battle, (although some tales say that he only blinded him) thus becoming the Young God who supplants the Old. He carried a great sword and spear and was accompanied by a mighty hound. Lugh is the God of Light and Fire and of warriors and battle.
 
     Another legend tells of Lugh's betrayal on his marriage night by his wife and his slaying by her lover. He returns as an Eagle and is later restored to power by his uncle Gwion. This is in keeping with the tradition of the Sacrifical King, who mates with the Goddess, dies and is reborn for the sake of the land.
 
   
     Lugh the Celtic Lord Of The Light was said to be skilled in all the arts. He was the patron of Lugodunum ( Lyons ) in Gaul and has been associated with the Roaman god Mercury. Lugh is also known as Lamfhada meaning the 'long armed' due to his ability to hurl a weapon a long distance. He is also known as Samildanach meaning he is of many arts, crafts and trades. Also the name Ildanach meaning the power of second sight.