#folkyfriday — Public Fediverse posts
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#FolkyFriday: In Greece, the #Christmas season often sees the decoration of boats, a nod to their deep maritime roots. Known as 'Karavaki,' this tradition honors St. Nicholas, the sailors' patron saint. These brightly lit boats symbolize safe voyages and the seafaring spirit. ⚓✨ #GreekFolklore #Karavaki
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According to Japanese folklore, tornadoes and waterspouts are caused by tatsu (dragons that controls rain and water) winding their way up to the sky. This is why the Japanese word for tornado is "tatsumaki," which can translate to "spinning dragon" or "dragon-roll." #FolkyFriday
🎨: Hokusai
#Folklore #Mythology #Dragon #Tatsu #Tatsumaki #Tornado #Japan #JapaneseFolklore #Hokusai
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According to the Cornish tale of ‘The Little Cake-Bird,’ Piskeys were known to sneak into the bedrooms of children via the keyhole and then pass over the child's nose in order to control their dreams. #FolkyFriday #FaerieFriday
🎨: Warwick Goble
#Folklore #Fairies #Faeries #FairyTales #Piskeys #Pixies #Dreams #CornishFolklore