Zheuzhyk
nature_spirit water Belarusian mythology single tradition · 1
Zheuzhyk is a creature of Belarusian mythology. It is considered to be a good creature that lives deeply in the lake bed. Zheuzhyk is considered to be the guardian of rivers and lakes of Belarus.
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“In Belarusian folklore Zheuzhyk is described as a thin old man with a long red beard, long and thin arms and legs. As it is said in Belarusian myths, during a day Zheuzhyk swims underwater, and at night Zheuzhyk slowly swims round its possession on boat”
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