(DVD 1989) ENYA - Eithne's name story. » Eithne was a Celtic princess, the only daughter of Balor of the Evil Eye, who was a king of the Fomorians, a race of giants. According to legend, they lived on Tory Island. Because there was a prophesy that Balor was to be killed by his grandson, he locked his daughter in a tower made of crystal to keep her from becoming pregnant. There she grew up, guarded by women, for no male was permitted on the island. The story of the beautiful princess spread around the country and many warriors tried to capture her but none survived the sea and the guards. However, Cian, with the help of the druidess Birog, eventually did get in, disguised as a serving woman and seduced her. Eithne gave birth to triplets, but Balor threw them into the ocean. Two either drowned or turned into seals, but Birog saved one, Lugh. He grew up to be strong and high minded and when as a young man, he heard of the injustices perpetrated by Balor, he set out to rid the land of the tyrant. Needless to say he succeeded and slew Balor, duly fulfilling the prophesy.
This track is Evening Falls off the album Watermark.
bkbeban 6 months ago
one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard
Crookster100 11 months ago
Lugh for president, the most powerful of the celts
lowaces 1 year ago
that singer is Enya......
Sportymike 2 years ago
Beautiful video :)
kissedxintherain 2 years ago
wonderful song <3
lacontessina 2 years ago