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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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What is the animal spirit in Irish folklore?
There are many animals in Irish folklore that have special significance - but the most important are the crow, the salmon, the deer (or stag), and the cow (and bull). The crow is soething of a trickster, the salmon is the oldest and wisest of the animals and a symbol of knowledge. The deer or stag represent the leader of the hunt - which is usually symbolic of death (a journey to the other world) Cows and Bulls are associated with fertility and wealth.
But there are many others. See here:
http://fodla.org/pb/articles/youth-animal-lore.html
Catherine Crowe
Why do people think black cats are bad luck?
Because they blend in with the dark and many people associate the color black with evil. That has nothing to do with the cat, of course, and it's stupid to think that they're bad luck. But that's why people used to think that.
Was the gryphon a Greek creature?
No, the gryphon does not originate from Greek mythology. It is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, commonly found in European folklore and medieval literature.
What Myths are there about white owl crossing your path bring death?
Seeing an owl in the daylight, or having it look through your window, or even hearing one hoot three times is supposed to bring bad luck or even death. This is because owls are supposed to have eaten the souls of the living after swooping down on Halloween.
Can you fall off the edge off the world?
No, you cannot fall off the edge of the world. The Earth is a sphere, so there is no physical edge to fall off.
What kind of animal is a Loup-garou?
Its a wolverine. Wolverines are relatives of weasels and skunks. Actually 'loup-garou' is the French name for Werewolf
What did some believe about the first man's name you read in the paper or heard?
They believed that the name that you read or heard would be the name of the man you married.
yes! some fairys are bad you can never trust a fairy you will never know whats gonna come next and never ever ever take food from a fairy it could be poisend i know all this because i have a book called:THE TRUTH ABOUT FAIRYS it tells you EVERYTHING about fairys
What are some examples of selection at work in this cricket story?
Selection is evident in the cricket story when the coach chooses the players for the team based on their skills and performance in trials. Additionally, selection occurs when the team captain decides the batting order for a match, taking into account each player's strengths and weaknesses. Finally, selection is highlighted when players are chosen to represent the school in a tournament based on their dedication and commitment to the sport.
An itchy palm means money will come your way?
This belief varies across cultures and traditions. In some cultures, an itchy palm is believed to signify that money is coming your way, while in others it may indicate different things such as a loss of money. These interpretations are often based on folklore and superstition rather than scientific evidence.
What kind of herbs should I use when making spells to become a vampire?
You cannot make a spell or potion to make yourself vampire - you can only become a vampire by being bitten by one.
How long did the old babylonian empire reign for and when?
2000 years, trust me i did a report on them.
What are side affects to becoming a mermaid?
i want to become one for someone to notice me.and that's what happend here is someside affects:you will have to eat fish fingers for the rest of your life and finally
you can't wqalk so think about becoming one
yous sincerly
Madeleine mermaid
What are the mythical elements?
Mythical elements are supernatural or magical components found in myths and folklore. These can include gods, monsters, legendary creatures, mystical lands, and magical objects that are often used to explain natural phenomena or convey moral lessons.
What are some unlucky numbers?
A lot of numbers can be unlucky, depending on which period of time you
are asking about, or what background you have. The most common unlucky numbers
are 13, 666 (the number of Satan) and 4 - in Greek Mythology, the lucky number was 3 so 4 was an unlucky number.
Are there examples of the myth of Cerberus?
The final labor of Heracles was to bring Kerberos (Cerberus), the guard of the underworld, to the court of Eurystheus. Smartly, Heracles asked Hades for permission to remove the guard from his post, to which Hades agreed, on the condition Heracles used no weapons. Heracles overpowered the beast, slung him over his shoulder and dragged him from the underworld. Eurystheus was so afraid that he jumped into a jar and stayed there until Heracles removed the beast.
What happens if you throw salt over your right shoulder?
You then have salt on the floor. The myth is that if you spill salt, you have to throw some over your left shoulder or you will have bad luck. Although it is just a myth, many people who don't consider themselves superstitious do it anyway, "just in case".
I don't really know why it's seen as "good luck" but I think I know. I have a bunny and she's really fast (My old one is the fast one, my new one is too shy to come outside) and I've heard that rabbits run in a zig-zag pattern to confuse it's prey. So I think it's good luck because they're really fast and maybe hunters have a really hard time trying to shoot rabbits because of that.
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