In Icelandic and Faroese folklore, elves are known as Huldufólk, or hidden people. They are mythical creatures that exist in the natural world. They resemble humans in appearance and behaviour but exist in a different universe. They have the ability to suddenly become apparent. Folklore from the Faroe Islands claims that concealed people have a — large build, all-grey clothing, and black hair. They are also known as Elves, and they live in mounds. Some Icelandic folk stories warn against hurling stones because they might injure the people who are hidden. In nineteenth century Icelandic folklore, the term -Hhuldufólk- was used as a synonym for álfar (i.e. elves). Huldufólk may have developed as an indirect expression to avoid referring to the álfar by their genuine name. Nevertheless, there is some proof that the two names are now understood to designate to two different categories of supernatural entities in modern Iceland. The álfar were present among the Norse immigrants, whereas the Good People were present among the Irish slaves. In actuality, they are two different pieces of folklore that refer to the same thing but have evolved into two distinct beings over time. The writings of Snorri Sturluson and skaldic poetry include the earliest references to elves and secret people. The Poetic Edda also makes reference to elves, who are thought to be related to fertility. Books from mainland Europe made their way to Iceland in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, and they may have impacted elf-related myths and legends. Specific Icelandic holidays—namely Eve of New Year, Thirteenth Night (January Sixth), and Midsummer Night—are thought to have a unique relationship with hidden beings. On Twelfth Night (January Sixth), Elf Bonfires (álfabrennur) are a typical component of the festive celebrations. Icelanders leave candles on the Eve of New Year to guide the elves as they travel to new sites, according to folklore. Folklore holds that on Midsummer Night, if one sit at a crossroad, elves will try to entice people with food and gifts; if one fall prey to their charms, there are dire repercussions, but if one resists, there are wonderful rewards. [Information and Image Credit : Huldufólk, Wikipedia] [Image : Engraving of a Man jumping after a Female Elf into a Precipice] [Image Availed Under Public Domain Work where the copyright term is the life of Author plus 70 years or fewer. (Please Relate to Individual Image URLs for More Usage Property)] [Original Source Image URL :
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