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Fables and Folklore
Fables and folklore are stories that convey a moral story. They usually contain some kinds of supreme being and try to explain where certain things come from. Folklores are usually stories passed down in a culture.
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Who is most at risk of getting bitten by a vampire?
people you are close (friends) to because you know where to hunt for them.
Some traditions say that vampires cannot enter a dwelling unless invited in, so people that the vampire is acquainted with are at risk.
In 'Andy Warhol's Dracula' the vampire could only bare the blood of virgins.
People who drink expensive wines are naturally at the greatest risk.
What is the folklore behind the Bridal Veil Falls in Utah?
I think that it has something to do with MT. Timpanogas, and the Indian Story. Apparently a young Indian woman was forced to marry, or her groom died, or something (I forget the details) and so she jumped from the cliffs on her wedding day. And they say her spirit still lives on in the canyon. So I think it is Bridal Veil Falls for that reason, at least that is what I remember hearing a long ime ago when I was little.
What are the myths legends and superstitions of Denmark?
This doesn't completely answer your question, but here's one example:
Nibelungen: Originated in Germany, Norway, and Denmark. Their element is earth. These Teutonic dwarf faeries live in a hidden subterranean crystal palace. They come to woodlands when the mood strikes, and this is where humans have seen them. They are tricksters and quite capricious, with a temperament most resembling that of the Irish Leprechaun. The Nibelungen's gold is guarded when they are not around by a dragon named Fafnir. Humans can obtain the gold only in the astral world; it will not travel back to the physical realm. Those who try to take it lose everything they have gained spiritually. These faeries are goldsmiths who make golden rings with magickal properties. They are best known for their rings of fertility which many a barren human has sought but failed to obtain. The Nibelungen seem to take great delight in the failings of humans who seek their magick and their world, and their merry laughter is often heard just as some hapless human falls, trips, or loses the prize they believe they have just won.
What number is unlucky in Japan?
I don't know , maybe in Russia, somebody was last seen alive in some quarters on Siding l7, Odessa Yards, having fled the Saint Petersburg massacre! Five foot nine, red hair, blue eyes- White politics!
Does Xander ever kill a vampire?
No, not in the tv show anyway, i haven't read the comics so i wouldn't know. in season 7 (final season) the priest guy makes him loose an eye- pretty gross but he doesn't die.
Who or what was the 'Monkey Man'?
According to Who2 Biography, the "Monkey Man" was "an unknown creature which allegedly attacked several dozen people near Delhi, India in early 2001..."
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Yes she does in the books she turns into a vampire at the end of The Fury book and in the beginning of the next but katherine kills her and she becomes human again and anyone that she kisses she heals.
But no in the tv series,well not so far
When did the world syndicate publishing co publish robin hood?
I have a copy of Robinson Crusoe, Whitman Classics, that was given to me in 1973. However, the publishing date is MCMLV - 1955.
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no one knows boggarts choose who sees them and who doesn't
Were there giants on the earth?
Tallest on record is 25'6. Italy. Any reports or pictures of any taller such as the 75' and 100 ' on Youtube are a hoax. I just posted a Question: How much would a man weigh at 100 ft tall?
The answer: Not possible. A man that tall would not be able to hold himself up or balance or even breath. And he would have to eat carbs all day to exist.
If he fell and didnt die he would just lay there due to broken bones.
The king of Og had a bed 18ft long(?). See bible.
Waldo 8'2 lived in the 50's and he could not stand with out braces and he died from an infection due to the braces.
Andrie the giant wrestler wished every day he could be normal.
Folklore of Mount Kilimanjaro related to the local peoples relationship to the mountain?
The local people depend on the mountain for water.
Turbans are very common when depicted. Other pieces of clothing vary.
Does Robin Hood have any special powers?
Sadly no. Robin does not have super powers. But he is agile, quick and knows many martial arts moves. And he has many weapons in his belt. In one episode Robin does have superpowers. He gets them from Raven. She gives Beast Boy, Starfire, Cyborg and Robin some of her power to try and defeat her farther.
It wasn't really the Kraken, it was called The Watcher in the Water. You can learn a little more about it in the appendices of The Return of the King (book).
Which came first Robin Hood or king Arthur?
King Arthur was a fictional king.The king was Richard the lion heart, during the Robin Hood era.
- Fennec Fox: 18 - 31 cms (7" - 12")
- Ruppell's Fox / Sand Fox : 29 to 40cm (11" to 16")
- Pale Fox : 25 - 30cms (9.8" - 12")
- Swift Fox : 18 - 26 cms (7" - 10")
- Bengal Fox: 25 - 30 cms (9.8" - 12")
- Artic Fox: 30 cms (12 inches)
- Cape Fox: 30 - 40 cms (11.8" - 15.7")
- Blanford Fox: 33 - 41 cms (13" - 16")
- Red Fox: 32 - 49 cms (12.5" - 19.5")
(Of foxes listed above)
average: 26.7- 36.6cm (10.4"- 13.9")
min/max: 18cm (7in) - 49cm(19.5)
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Tails is an 8 year old. (That's why he has a high-pitched voice) but he is also a cartoon character.
What is the Significance of black crow landing on top of a car?
The common crow is found throughout the U.S., and they can land just about anywhere for just about any reason that fits the bird's agenda. Nothing more. If the question is designed to elicit a spiritual or metaphysical evaluation of the crow's choice of an auto for a landing zone, then the question might be asked differently. I have read that to cross paths with a black crow is a good love omen.
Briefly: the original historical Dracula philosophy comes from South-Eastern Europe, Romania. It was then used as a source of inspiration to Bram Stoker's delightful book 'Dracula'.
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The story of Dracula was born, edited and partly based on South Eastern European culture. 'Dracula' novel was written by Bram Stoker, who spent several years researching South Eastern Europe's folklore, geography and stories about zburători (night-flying dead) and vampiri (vampires) and thus became addicted to the local mythology and especially to the word dracul. This word originates from the Romanian language, basically meaning 'the devil'. It is also frequently used as to define 'dragon'.
The fictional (made-up) character of Dracula is inspired from bloodthirsty ruler Vlad Țepeș that lived in Romania, Eastern Europe, between 1431 and 1476. His name was originally Vlad III, Prince of Wallachia and Transylvania - middle and southern parts of Romania. He was also known as Vlad III Drăculea, as nicknamed by his father.
Vlad Țepeș father's name was called Vlad II Dracul(no 'a' at the end), he was a member of a secret knight fraternity called The Order of the Dragon, protecting European freedom and Christianity from Turkish and Muslim invasions. As a son of Vlad Dracul, little Vlad Țepeș was nicknamed Drăculea, which in Romanian language translates 'the son of the devil'.
Vlad III Țepeș (Drăculea) is most famously known as 'Vlad the Impaler'. He was called so due to his preferred method of executing bad people, boyars and invaders (by leaving them die slowly, while impaled on sticks).
The beautiful book 'Dracula' is a nice fictive story, based on inspirational fantasy. Historians argue that Bram Stoker knew little of real historical character Vlad III Țepeș (Drăculea), except for his nickname. In his fictional book, Stoker includes no real details about Vlad's reign and does not mention his use of impalement.
Summary:
Where did Dracula originate from?
Dracula relates to South-Eastern Europe, Romania. It was firstly a Romanian ruler to be called 'Drăculea' (Vlad III Țepeș of Transylvania and Wallachia). His bloody personality inspired Bram Stoker to write the book 'Dracula'. The book is based on inspirational fantasy and does not relate on true facts.
Romania.
There are many theories as to who, if anyone, the legend of Robin Hood might be based upon. Ideas range from Robin being an entirely fictional creation, to his being based upon mythology, several different people, or just one person. Since it is unknown who the person or people may be, of course it is difficult to suggest his 'real' name.
However, some historians have attempted to identify possible 'original' Robins, the most detailed and serious attempt being by Professor J. C. Holt in his book Robin Hood (2nd Ed., 1989). Given the complexity of the problem, I would recommend you read the book itself, but in brief answer to your question, it seems fairly likely that the chap's real name was Robin Hood - possibly connected to the Yorkshire Hood family who owned land at that time. Robin being short for Robert, that may have appeared in any number of spellings (since in the time in question - some time before 1262 - spelling had not yet been standardised), for instance Robert Hode, Robyn Hud, Rob Hod, etc. Personally, I rather like the archaic spelling 'Robyn Hode'.
It seems the name was later a nickname for robbers, and so it is possible that it began as a nickname. If this is the case, there is no way to tell the original's real name, since no records have been found to indicate this. Surnames were not fixed in early Mediaeval England, and so it could be that he was known by more than one name - many in those days were known by their place of origin. However, it is even uncertain as to where Robin Hood was based, and so we can only scour the early ballads to search for possible placenames - some possibilities would be:
- Robin of Barnsdale
- Robin of Sherwood
- Robin of Nottingham
- Robin of York
- Robin of Locksley
Perhaps we will never know, although it is always faintly possible that some ancient government record of the outlaw will be found in a library, collection or archive somewhere.
Where did Robin Hood and Marian meet?
One day Robin was out looking for trouble and as he was crossing a log across a stream, he met up with a rather large man (Little John) going the other way. Neither would give way. Robin pulled out his bow and was going to shoot him but Little John didn't have a bow and arrow only a staff and he called Robin a coward. Robin had too much vanity for that so he went and cut himself a staff while Little John waited on the log for him. They then commenced a staff fight in which Little John plowed him into the river. Robin, not willing to look a complete fool, then changed tactics and tried being friendly.
There are two (that I know of) accounts of Friar Tuk.
1. The more ancient Welsh Ballads have Friar Tuk as a warrior monk. In those days, some monks took their religion much more practically. William The Conqueror's invasion force of England consisted of quite a few warrior monks. These monks had the commission to keep a certain district of Sherwood forest. Tuk also had a large pack of highly trained hunting dogs. Robin showed up one day to recruit him - an offer which the monk refused. They fell to fighting. Friar Tuk called on (whistled) his dogs to come help him. Robin blew on his horn for his merry men. The dogs fell to the arrows and to save the survivors Friar Tuk called a cease-fire and changed his alliance.
2. One day Robin was idling by a stream and a Friar came along and admonished Robin in the name of charity to carry him across the stream. Robin did so, but once on the other side Robin then required the monk to carry him back again. Half-way back the monk tossed him in. A heated discussion followed which ended up with Robin making another alliance.
What were superstitions in the 1800's?
+rocking an empty cradle means inviting a child into the home
+killing a cat is the surest way to have some of your cattle die
+mending clothes while still wearing them is bad luck
+howling dog = bad omen
+if an unmarried girl sits on the surface of a table, she will never get married
+bad luck to be buried on the north side of the church
+if cattle goes by your house, and three wander into your garden, three of your loved ones will die
