Wednesday, January 6, 2010

CuChulainn--a Hindu or a Greek

The Celts wanted their heroes to be more than just warriors. A Celtic hero had to have talents that not only benefited their own growth but also enhanced their societies. For example, Cuchulainn was not just a powerful warrior, he also had the Druidic ability to communicate with the shadowy world. He was a family man who accomplished many feats to win his wife Emer. In addition, he was willing to give up his life (or his son's) to protect the honor of Connacht. Considering all his heroic qualities, which Greek or Hindu hero (or both) would you say he most resembled?