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Names of figures that were more marginal in Lithuanian mythology or less known from existing sources are put here. In fact they denote some spirits or local deities that do not play a main role in the mythology of Lithuanians. Blizgulis, a god of snow. His name means "He who sparkles." Junda, Goddess of War; Baubis, a household god of meat and ...
In pre-Christian Lithuania, mythology was a part of polytheistic religion; after Christianisation mythology survived mostly in folklore, customs and festive rituals. Lithuanian mythology is very close to the mythology of other Baltic nations such as Prussians and Latvians , and is considered a part of Baltic mythology .
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Medeina or Medeinė (from Lithuanian: medis – "tree" or medė – "forest"), [1] often treated as synonymous to Žvorūnė or Žvorūna (derived from žvėris – "beast"), is one of the main deities in the Lithuanian mythology, and is similar to Latvian Meža māte (Forest Mother). [2] She is a ruler of forests, trees and animals. Her sacred ...
Ašvieniai, depicted as žirgeliai or little horses, are common motifs on Lithuanian rooftops, [1] [4] placed for protection of the house. [5] Similar motifs can also be found on beehives, harnesses, bed frames, and other household objects. [6] Ašvieniai are related to Lithuanian Ūsinis and Latvian Ūsiņš (cf. Vedic Ushas), gods of horses. [7]
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Printable version; In other projects Wikidata item; Appearance. move to sidebar hide. Help. Pages in category "Lithuanian gods" The following 7 pages are in this ...