Pelzebock
demonic single tradition · 1
Pelzebock is a "dark" or threatening companion figure of Saint Nicholas. These characters act as a foil to the benevolent Christmas gift-bringer, threatening to thrash or abduct disobedient children.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Pelznickel, Belzeniggl, Belsnickel, Schmutzli, Rumpelklas, Bellzebub, Hans Muff, Drapp, Buzebergt, Zwarte Piet, čert, anděl, Rubbels, Hanstrapp, Père Fouettard, Krampus, Befana, Knecht Ruprecht, Parkelj, Klaubauf, Bartel
- serves
- Saint Nicholas
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Pelzebock;”
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