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Noćnica Slavic demoness #mythology #shorts #history #archive #forest #halloween #water #demon #myths
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Noćnica Slavic demoness #mythology #shorts #history #archive #forest #halloween #water #demon #myths
Folk beliefs in the Balkans described midwives or "noćnice" as evil spirits that attacked newborns and mothers during the first forty days after birth. The mother and child were considered impure during this period and were vulnerable to these demons. Light and fire played a crucial role in protection, as it was believed that demons feared the light. Besides light, garlic was often used for protection due to the belief that it repelled evil spirits. Fumigating with strong-smelling substances, such as tar and sulfur, was common. Iron was believed to have magical power and was considered protective throughout Europe. A red thread and amulets with garlic, a metal coin, and white wool were placed around the newborn's neck for protection. Water symbolized purity and was used for ritual bathing. Incantations, the utterance of magical formulas, were practiced by women to invoke gods and demons for protection or healing. Euphemistic names, such as "ones" instead of the actual names of demons, were used to avoid invoking evil forces. Because of this, many demon names have been forgotten. Noćnice were mentioned in medieval texts, such as the Catalog of Magic by Brother Rudolf and Hussite writings. These practices and beliefs provide insight into the fears and rituals of ancestors. Although today we view them with scientific skepticism, they are part of cultural heritage. Beliefs about midwives and noćnice shaped many customs and protective measures passed down through generations.
Folk beliefs in the Balkans described midwives or "noćnice" as evil spirits that attacked newborns and mothers during the first forty days after birth. The mother and child were considered impure during this period and were vulnerable to these demons. Light and fire played a crucial role in protection, as it was believed that demons feared the light. Besides light, garlic was often used for protection due to the belief that it repelled evil spirits. Fumigating with strong-smelling substances, such as tar and sulfur, was common. Iron was believed to have magical power and was considered protective throughout Europe. A red thread and amulets with garlic, a metal coin, and white wool were placed around the newborn's neck for protection. Water symbolized purity and was used for ritual bathing. Incantations, the utterance of magical formulas, were practiced by women to invoke gods and demons for protection or healing. Euphemistic names, such as "ones" instead of the actual names of demons, were used to avoid invoking evil forces. Because of this, many demon names have been forgotten. Noćnice were mentioned in medieval texts, such as the Catalog of Magic by Brother Rudolf and Hussite writings. These practices and beliefs provide insight into the fears and rituals of ancestors. Although today we view them with scientific skepticism, they are part of cultural heritage. Beliefs about midwives and noćnice shaped many customs and protective measures passed down through generations.
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