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Fionn and Sadhbh
Sadhbh was enchanted to take the form of a doe for refusing the love of Fer Dobrich, the dark druid of the Tuatha Dé Danann. She held this form for three years, until a serving man of the Dark Druid took pity on her and told her that if she set foot in the dun of the fianna of Ireland, the druid would no longer have any power over her. She then travelled straight to Fionn's house and was found by Fionn while he was out hunting. Since Sadhbh was a human in animal form, she was not harmed by Fionn's hounds Bran and Sceolan, as they too had been transformed from their original human shape. On their return to Almhuin, Sadhbh became a beautiful girl once more and soon she and Fionn were married. Fionn loved her so much that he gave up hunting and all other pleasures but her, and she quickly became pregnant.
It was while Fionn was in battle against the vikings that Sadhbh was taken from him. A false image of Fionn and of Bran and Sceolan appeared outside the dún and Sadhbh ran out to her husband, unaware of the danger. As soon as she reached the false image it changed to reveal the Fear Doirche, who took out a wand made of hazel and struck her, thus she became a deer once more. Fionn spent seven years searching for Sadhbh, but to no avail. At the end of these seven long years, a wild boy was found in the forest while the Fianna hunted. Immediately, Fionn recognised in the boy's face some of Sadhbh's features and realised he was looking at their son. He was named Oisín and over time he became as famous as his father.
The story of Sadhbh and Fionn is a classic tale of love, loss, and perseverance. Sadhbh, a human woman, was transformed into a doe for refusing the love of the dark druid Fer Dobrich. She remained in this form for three long years until a serving man of the druid helped her break the curse. She then found her way to Fionn's house, where he took her in and cared for her. The two fell in love, got married, and had a child together.
However, tragedy struck when Sadhbh was taken from Fionn during battle against the vikings. She was transformed back into a deer and Fionn spent seven years searching for her. Despite his efforts, he was unable to find her and it seemed that all was lost. But then, a wild boy was discovered in the forest, who turned out to be their son Oisín.
The story of Sadhbh and Fionn is a reminder that love can conquer all, even in the face of great adversity. It also highlights the importance of being kind to those who are in need, as the serving man's act of compassion ultimately led to Sadhbh's freedom from the curse. Overall, it is a tale that has stood the test of time and continues to capture the hearts of readers and listeners alike.
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