Lithuanian and Romanian Ghosts: Similarities
by Elze
Artwork: Elzė Karolytė
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Gods of thunder
Romanian:
Solomonari – is a wizard believed, in Romanian folklore to ride a dragon and control the weather, causing rain, thunder, or hailstorm.
Lithuanian:
Perkūnas – he is documented as the god of sky, thunder, lightning, storms, rain, fire, war, law, order, fertility, mountains, and oak trees.
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Gods of the planet Venus
Romanian:
Luceafăr – is a Latin name for the planet Venus in its morning appearances, and is often used for mythological and religious figures associated with the planet.
Lithuanian:
Aušrinė – is a feminine deity of the Morning Star (Venus) in the Lithuanian mythology. She is the antipode to “Vakarinė”, the Evening Star.
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Gods of forests and plants
Romanian:
Muma Pădurii – she is the protector of the animals and plants, brewing potions and helping injured animals.
Lithuanian:
Kupolė – the spirit of springtime vegetation and flowers.
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Gods of wind
Romanian:
Vântoase – Popular beliefs describe them as capable of causing dust storms and powerful winds.
Lithuanian:
Vėjopatis – god of the wind and master of Dausos (paradise).
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Gods of evil
Romanian:
Samca – is a very ugly and scary evil spirit, that children are afraid of.
Lithuanian:
Baubas – an evil spirit with long lean arms, wrinkly fingers and red eyes. He harasses people, scares children, tears their hair.
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Published: Oct 25, 2019
Latest Revision: Oct 25, 2019
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