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Eatuas

Eatuas, also known as Atouas, are subordinate gods of the Otaïtiens, children of their supreme deity ïaroa-taihétomoo and the rock Lépapa. According to belief, the Eatuas created the first humans. These deities are dual-sexed: males are worshipped by men and females by women. They have temples where only one sex is admitted, although some temples … Read more

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Dzivogeon

Dzivogeon are strange women resembling elemental spirits, inhabiting several mountains in Russia. These ethereal beings are part of Russian folklore, embodying natural elements and serving as guardians of their mountainous domains. Dzivogeon are often depicted as enigmatic and otherworldly, interacting with humans in mysterious ways. Related Posts:Mythological Anatomy: The Hidden Vocabulary of the…Paralinguistic Sounds: Micro-Signals, … Read more

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Duende

Duende is a term from Spanish folklore referring to a mischievous elf or sprite, similar to the Norman Goblin or the Swedish Tomte-Gobbe. According to Cobaruvias, the word is a contraction of dueno de casa (master of the house). These Spanish sprites are known for their shape-shifting abilities and playful nature, often causing minor chaos … Read more

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Catalonos or Babailanas

Catalonos, also known as Babailanas, are priestesses from the Philippine islands. They practice divination and prophecy, performing pig sacrifices to appease evil spirits and ancestral souls, believed to dwell under large trees. Related Posts:Mythological Anatomy: The Hidden Vocabulary of the…20+ German Photographers Who Redefined Artistic ExpressionAstrologyThe Werewolf in Central European Folklore: Between…