What is Lugh's epithet meaning 'long-armed'?

Lugh’s epithet meaning “long-armed” is Lámfada. The Old Irish name is commonly translated as “long hand” or “long arm,” and it is one of Lugh’s best-known epithets.

Lugh is a major figure of Irish mythology and a member of the Tuatha Dé Danann. He is famed as Samildánach, “equally skilled in many arts,” reflecting his mastery of warfare, crafts, magic, music, and several games. Lámfada may refer to his skill with a spear or to his authority as a ruler.

Lugh’s long reach is also echoed in descriptions of his radiant appearance and extraordinary weapons, including an unstoppable spear and a sling stone. He kills Balor in the Second Battle of Mag Tuired and is traditionally regarded as the divine father of the hero Cú Chulainn.

A common mix-up is Lámhfhada, a spelling found in some later or variant renderings. The quiz’s Lámfada is the standard form used for the epithet in English-language reference works.