Belenus (Gaulish: Belenos, Belinos) is an ancient Celtic healing god. The cult of Belenus stretched from the Italian Peninsula to the British Isles, with a main sanctuary located at Aquileia, on the Adriatic coast.

Belenus, (Celtic: possibly, Bright One), one of the most ancient and most widely worshipped of the pagan Celtic deities; he was associated with pastoralism. A great fire festival, called Beltane (or Beltine), was held on May 1 and was probably originally connected with his cult.

Belenos is unusual in Celtic belief, as this deity (under the various version of his name) is known throughout the Celtic world. He is also remembered in place names and personal names throughout the Celtic lands. His symbols are the horse …

Belenus, the Celtic Sun God, with his enigmatic persona and enduring cult, leaves an indelible mark on Celtic culture and society. His importance cannot be understated, as evidenced by the widespread dedications and sanctuaries throughout regions in Gaul and Britain.

Belenus was one of the most ancient of Celtic gods. From his fire festival called Beltane, which was held on May first, and because his name means "Bright One", it suggested that he was a fire or a sun god.

Feb 6, 2020 · The Gaulish god Belenus (Belinus/Belenos), whose worship goes back to deep antiquity, was a widely recognized deity associated with healing, springtime festival, protection, and, on occasion, with the sun.

Aug 3, 2022 · Bilé, Irish god of death, is the Gaelic/Goidelic iteration of a much older Celtic god who is often referred to as Bel or Belinos in the Brythonic tradition. He is the namesake of the Celtic feast day Beltane, which was—and among some …

The Celtic God Belenus was one of the most widely worshiped God's of his time. Shrines to him have been found all across Europe, and in the 3rd Century was recorded as being the patron deity of the Italian city of Aquileia.

Jan 7, 2024 · Belenus, a luminary figure in Celtic mythology, stands as a testament to the rich and mystical lore of the ancient Celts. Revered as the sun god, his influence extended beyond mere celestial governance, embodying healing, light, and protection.

Feb 17, 2023 · Beli Mawr, also known as Belenus or Bel, is a deity of Welsh mythology who has been worshipped by the ancient Celts. He was a god of light, fertility, and the sun, and he was widely revered by the Druids.