Clota - Water Goddess - by Alan Jones
Clota played an important role in Celtic mythology and was seen as a powerful water deity. She was believed to preside over rivers, wells and springs, and was said to be the source of healing, renewal and fertility. The waters believed to be under her control were seen as being instrumental in bringing health and prosperity to those who drank from them or bathed in them.
Clota was thought to be a compassionate and kind deity and was believed to be able to heal diseases and illnesses. She was said to have a connection to Apollo, the sun god, and was seen as a powerful protector of humanity.
Clota was the patron goddess of the River Clyde. Perhaps worshipped by the local Welsh-speaking Damnonii tribe who held the territory which later was to become the Kingdom of Strathclyde. The Damnonii allied themselves with Rome who recorded and mapped the Clota estuary.
In England she was called Clud and Cludoita, and in Wales, Clwyd. The waters in which she ruled were believed to be especially useful in controlling seizures.
Clota was associated with healing rituals and ceremonies.
People would often go to rivers and springs to bathe in the waters believed to be under her control in order to obtain healing and protection. People would also make offerings of food, coins and other items in order to seek her favour and protection.
Clota was sometimes seen as a mother figure, particularly in regard to providing healing and protection for children. In addition to providing healing, she was often thought of as a protector of children and a guide for their education and upbringing.
The association of Clota with health and protection has continued to this day, with people still seeking her aid and protection by visiting sacred waters and leaving offerings in her honour.
Though she may not be as widely known as some of the other Celtic gods, Clota continues to hold an important place in Celtic mythology and folklore.
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