Vahagn or Vahakn (Armenian: Վահագն), also known as Vahagn Vishapakagh (Վահագն Վիշապաքաղ, 'Vahagn the Dragon-reaper '), is a warrior god in Armenian mythology. [1]

Apr 12, 2016 · Vahagn is a deity that was worshipped in Armenia during the period prior to the coming of Christianity. Vahagn was revered as a fire god. The name Vahagn is derived from a …

Nov 23, 2003 · Vahagn was the god of thunder, lightning, and war, making him the third deity in the Armenian Pantheon. His main sanctuary was located in Ashtishat, a city in the Taron …

In the annals of Armenian mythology, Vahagn’s legacy burns bright, an eternal flame that lights the path of resilience and bravery for humanity. Discover the fiery legend of Armenia's deity, …

Dec 19, 2024 · According to legend, Vahagn took straw from the forefather of the Assyrians, Barsham (Bel’s ancestor), and dropped it, forming the “path of the straw thief” (the Milky Way). …

Vahagn is an Armenian storm god of fire and war like Ba'al Hadad, who carried a lyre like Apollo, and is depicted wearing the same Phrygian cap seen depicted on Attis, Mithras and the …

Sep 18, 2019 · In Armenian myths, Vahagn was the god of thunder and lightning. He was born in the agonized heaven and earth and the purple sea. Red reed which spewed smoke and fire …

Aug 1, 2014 · Vahagn (Armenian: Վահագն) was Armenia's national god, comparable to Heracles in Greek Mythology. He was known as a slayer of vishaps. Some time in his existence, he …

Vahagn (or Vahakn) (Armenian: Վահագն) is a common Armenian male given name, referring to ancient Armenian god of war and courage Vahagn – the Armenian counterpart of the …

Vahagn Vishapakagh (Vahagn the Dragon Reaper) or Vahakn (Armenian: Վահագն) is a god of fire, lightning, thunder and war worshiped anciently and by modern neopagans in Armenia. …