Ireland's OWN: Myths & Magic Aois Dana — The Poets The source of the Boyne named after the goddess Boann, is described as a �shining fountain with five streams flowing out of it -- nine hazels grew over the well. The purple hazels dropped their nuts into the fountain, and five salmon severed them and sent their husks floating down stream. The five streams of the senses are these, though which knowledge is obtained. No-one will have knowledge who drinks not a draught out of the fountain itself, and out of the stream.  The folk of many arts are those who drink them both. These are the Aois Dana, the inspired poets. See also: Legends of the Irish Poets.   From Celtic Manadala: Earth Mysteries and Mythology by Jen Delyth (Welsh artist and Celtic writer) 2002. Page last updated 3 Feb 2008 Website Design and Myths & Magic logo by Míchealín Daugherty Copyright © 2008 Ireland's OWN All Rights Reserved.