wood people
nature_spirit forest Germanic single tradition · 1
Forest spirits described in early Germanic beliefs by the 6th century Roman historian Jordanes. They are paralleled with moss people and woodwoses in Germanic folklore traditions.
When
- First attested
- 500 CE
- Attested period
- 500 – 600
- Historical notes
- Described by 6th century Roman historian Jordanes in accounts of Germanic beliefs.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- woodland women, Moss people
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Early descriptions of Germanic beliefs include descriptions of 'wood people' by the 6th century Roman historian Jordanes”
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