Armenian mythology

Armenian mythology is a rich collection of deities and spirits that reflect diverse aspects of life and nature. In the Armenian pantheon, Aramazd, creator of heaven and earth, holds the highest position, while Amanor and Vanatur symbolize the new year and fertility. Arev and Mihr are prominent among the sun deities, while Karapet is the patron saint of warriors and artists. Goddesses such as Anahit and Asthk play key roles in mythology, representing love and fertility. Additionally, Armenian folklore features various demons and spirits that influence human fate.

Gods

Amanor and Wanatur - New Year deities closely associated with the fertility cult. Amanor (New Year), Wanatur (sheltering).

Aramazd - the highest god of the pantheon, creator of heaven and earth.

Arew - god personifying the sun.

Baht - a deity personifying the fate of the individual.

Karapet - patron deity of warrior heroes, musicians, singers, dancers and acrobats.

Mihr - son of Aramazd, god of the sun and light.

Sarkis - god of storms and winds, patron of wolves and lovers.

Spandaramet - god of the underworld.

Tir - god of art, science and literature, teacher of priestly wisdom.

Wahagn - god of storm, lightning and courage.

Goddesses

Anahit, Anait - goddess of fertility and love, patroness of Armenians.

Asthk - goddess of physical love, patroness of water, beloved of Wahagna.

Nane - goddess, probably patroness of love and war.

Shamiran - goddess of love and sexual pleasure.

Other characters and issues

Ałki - evil male and female demons, dangerous to pregnant women and children.

Aralezy - spirits born of a female dog, they resurrected the dead by licking their wounds.

Cawer - spirit of infirmity.

Cowinar - an angry female demon who sends rain or hail at will.

Groh - the spirit of death who writes a person's destiny on his forehead.

Kadje - spirits of storm and wind.

Lekeon - a giant fish that wraps its body around the ground and tries unsuccessfully to catch its own tail.

Lusin - personification of the moon of uncertain gender.

Mardagayl - a human condemned to transform into a wolf (usually a woman).