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Meerman

Meerman (also known as marmennill or havmann) are mermen in Baltic folklore. These water spirits are described as having green beards and hair resembling water lily stems. They are said to sing among the waves, luring fishermen, and their songs are believed to precede storms. The Meerman represent the dangers and mysteries associated with the … Read more

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The Devil (as ‘the Evil One’)

The Devil is often referred to as ‘the Evil One,’ ‘the Wicked One,’ or ‘the Malignant One.’ In many religious and mythological traditions, the Devil is considered the personification of evil and the source of wickedness. Related Posts:Mythological Anatomy: The Hidden Vocabulary of the…The Werewolf in Central European Folklore: Between…Paralinguistic Sounds: Micro-Signals, Macro-Powers,…20+ German Photographers … Read more

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Mammon

Mammon is a demon associated with avarice and greed. In the New Testament, Mammon is personified as a false god of wealth and possessions. John Milton, in Paradise Lost, describes Mammon as the demon who first tempted humans to mine the earth for treasures. The name Mammon” is derived from the Aramaic word *mammona* Related … Read more