dusii
demonic Celtic single tradition · 1
The dusii were hairy demons believed to occasionally take human form and seduce mortal women, according to Augustine of Hippo (354–430 AD) and others. The ancient Celts believed in them.
When
- First attested
- 354 CE
- Attested period
- 354 – 430
- Historical notes
- Attested by Augustine of Hippo.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- ùruisg, goayr heddagh, Deuadai, Pay(n), Glaistig, bócanach, leshy, elves, Kiṃpuruṣas
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“According to Augustine of Hippo (354–430 AD) and others, the ancient Celts believed in dusii, which were hairy demons believed to occasionally take human form and seduce mortal women.”
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