Welsh Mythology

The Gods and Spirits of Wales

GWION BACH

Welsh legendary mortal

Also known as Gwen-Bach, Gwion, Gwion Bach Ap Gwreang

A Scullion Boy who Became a Wizard

He was the son of Gwreang. After tasting three drops of magic brew he became Taliesin.

See Ceridwen for the full story of transformation and trickery.

Gwion Bach Facts and Figures

Name: Gwion Bach
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Gwen-Bach, Gwion, Gwion Bach Ap Gwreang

Gender: Male
Type: legendary mortal
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: OKAY, not bad
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Article last revised on May 23, 2019 by Rowan Allen.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

References: Coming soon.

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