• Source: Fodbgen

In Irish mythology Fodbgen or Odbgen (modern spelling: Foidhbhgen - "the despoiler") son of Sengann of the Fir Bolg became High King of Ireland when he overthrew his cousin Rinnal son of Genann. It is said that before his time there were no knots (Old Irish odb) in trees.
He ruled for four years until he was overthrown by Eochaid mac Eirc, Rinnal's grandson.




Primary sources


Lebor Gabála Érenn
Annals of the Four Masters
Seathrún Céitinn's Foras Feasa ar Érinn

Kata Kunci Pencarian:

• Fodbgen
• Rinnal
• Eochaid mac Eirc
• Magh Slécht
• List of Irish mythological figures
• List of High Kings of Ireland