Akelarre, the sabbath field of the Basque witches
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by Benjamin Adamah
1w ago
Akelarre (from the Basque words aker: “billy goat” and larre: “moorland”), resulting “field of the billy goat,” evokes images of nocturnal gatherings where witches (sorginak) convene to engage in magical rites and commune with... The post Akelarre, the sabbath field of the Basque witches appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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Beyond Official Narratives: The Persistence of Pagan Spirit Beings in European Culture
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by Benjamin Adamah
3M ago
Until the era of industrialization, Europe was predominantly a mosaic of agrarian cultures marked by local fertility-related rituals. Agricultural demons played a crucial role in daily life and every year they had to be... The post Beyond Official Narratives: The Persistence of Pagan Spirit Beings in European Culture appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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Feurige Männer – Burning ghosts in German and Alpine folklore
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by vamzzz
4M ago
Especially in South Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, there is a unique type of phantom known as “Feurige Männer,” “Feurputzen,” or “Feurmänner.” These entities are typically the spirits of men who, during their lifetimes, disregarded... The post Feurige Männer – Burning ghosts in German and Alpine folklore appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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Drekavac the baby phantom of Serbo-Croation folklore
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by vamzzz
8M ago
Drekavac, also known as Drekawatz or Drekavats (Serbo-Croatian: Drekavac – “howler, screamer”), is a ghostly being from South Slavic folklore, often believed to be the soul of a dead unbaptized baby. According to the... The post Drekavac the baby phantom of Serbo-Croation folklore appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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Dokkaebi, the Goblins of Korean Folklore
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by vamzzz
10M ago
In Korean art and folklore, Dokkaebi are mythical goblins known for their peculiar appearances and supernatural abilities. They are often depicted as humanoid beings with the ability to transform into various forms and possess... The post Dokkaebi, the Goblins of Korean Folklore appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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Wallowa Lake Monster (Wally)
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by vamzzz
11M ago
The Wallowa Lake Monster, also known as Wally, is a creature that has been rumored to inhabit Wallowa Lake in Oregon, USA. Wallowa Lake is a ribbon lake 1 mile (1.6 km) south of... The post Wallowa Lake Monster (Wally) appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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Shades of Death Road, Warren County, New Jersey
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by Benjamin Adamah
1y ago
Shades of Death Road is a winding, two-lane rural road in Warren County, New Jersey, about 6.7 miles long. The road runs north-south through Liberty and Independence townships, and then turns more east-west in... The post Shades of Death Road, Warren County, New Jersey appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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Lares, Lemures and Penates
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by vamzzz
1y ago
In Roman culture, Lares, Lemures, and Penates were gods and spirits that were believed to protect and watch over the household and its members. These figures played an important role in daily life and... The post Lares, Lemures and Penates appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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Troll
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by vamzzz
1y ago
A troll is an unpredictable creature in Norse mythology, that embodies the forces of nature and the word is used as a generic term for such type of spirits. Especially in Sweden and Denmark,... The post Troll appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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Water spirits of Eastern Europe
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by vamzzz
1y ago
Water spirits hold an important position in Eastern European folklore. Within Slavic lore, the Rusalka and Vodyany or Wodnick are about the only creatures known beyond Slavic countries. This is mainly due to the... The post Water spirits of Eastern Europe appeared first on VAMzzz Occult Blog ..read more
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