Taranoris

Taranoris is a Celtic god primarily associated with thunder and the sky. His name is believed to derive from the Proto-Celtic word for "thunder" or "thunderer." While not as widely documented as some other deities in the Celtic pantheon, evidence for his worship appears in inscriptions and mentions by Roman authors.

The cult of Taranoris seems to have been particularly prevalent in the northern regions of Gaul, modern-day France. Roman writers, such as Martial, sometimes equated Taranoris with the Roman god Jupiter, suggesting he was a chief deity of the sky and weather. This comparison highlights his perceived power and dominion over natural phenomena, especially storms.

Depictions of Taranoris are rare, but he is sometimes associated with a thunderbolt or hammer, further reinforcing his connection to thunder and lightning. His worship likely involved rituals seeking protection from storms or appealing for favorable weather. The specific details of his myths and iconography remain somewhat obscure due to the limited surviving evidence. Nevertheless, Taranoris stands as a significant, albeit less understood, figure in Celtic mythology, embodying the awe-inspiring power of the heavens.