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Crimthann

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Crimthann, Crimthan, Criomthann, Criofan, Crimhthann, Cremthann, Criomhthann [Ir., fox]. One of the most popular names in early Ireland, borne by many kings of Munster, at least ten figures in the Fenian Cycle, and at least one saint. The best-known is probably Crimthann Mór mac Fidaig, the pre-Patrician king. In addition, Colum Cille was named Crimthann before he adopted a Christian name.

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Crimthann

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Crimthann
1. Fosterling of Diarmait, the king of Tara. Diarmait's wife Becfola lusts after Crimthann and plans to elope with him, but cannot when he will not travel on Sunday.

2. A king of Leinster raised to power by Conn Cétchathach [Ir., of the Hundred Battles]. Cumhall, Fionn's father, makes war on both Conn and Crimthann, provoking the battle of Cnucha.

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