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Nalit
A raid in Ukrainian demonology is a spirit or a demonic being associated with sudden attacks, illnesses or misfortunes that suddenly "fly" on a person or a community. Plague is known for causing damage unexpectedly, like a storm or a disease that spreads quickly. It can be compared to spirits that bring disease or calamity caused by evil forces.
Plaque does not have a clearly defined appearance, but its impact is felt as something sudden and unexpected. Its actions can manifest in the form of sudden natural disasters, diseases or even attacks by enemies, symbolizing the sinister nature of this creature. In folk beliefs, Nalit could be caused by a curse or evil charms, when misfortune or misfortune befell a community or an individual.
Protection against Nalit required special measures: people turned to mediciners and molfar who could use magical spells or charms for protection. Also in the Christian tradition, it was believed that prayers and consecrated objects, such as crosses, water or incense, will help drive away evil forces that bring trouble.
Raid can also be associated with unexpected attacks of enemies or troubles that quickly "fly" on the settlement. People believed that Nalit can bring trouble, and for protection it is necessary to observe certain rituals or turn to bright forces that helped to resist this evil.
Plaque does not have a clearly defined appearance, but its impact is felt as something sudden and unexpected. Its actions can manifest in the form of sudden natural disasters, diseases or even attacks by enemies, symbolizing the sinister nature of this creature. In folk beliefs, Nalit could be caused by a curse or evil charms, when misfortune or misfortune befell a community or an individual.
Protection against Nalit required special measures: people turned to mediciners and molfar who could use magical spells or charms for protection. Also in the Christian tradition, it was believed that prayers and consecrated objects, such as crosses, water or incense, will help drive away evil forces that bring trouble.
Raid can also be associated with unexpected attacks of enemies or troubles that quickly "fly" on the settlement. People believed that Nalit can bring trouble, and for protection it is necessary to observe certain rituals or turn to bright forces that helped to resist this evil.