Witchy Wednesdays, Krampus!
K rampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure from Central and Eastern Alpine folklore who punishes misbehaving children during the Christmas season, often accompanying St. Nicholas. He is a half-goat, half-demon creature who beats naughty children with birch sticks and may stuff them in a sack to be carried away. His name comes from the German word krampen, meaning "claw," and the tradition has pagan origins, possibly linked to pre-Christian winter solstice celebrations. Krampusnacht is on December 5th each year, which is the evening before the Feast of St. Nicholas. It is a tradition in parts of Alpine Europe, where Krampus, a horned folkloric figure, accompanies St. Nicholas to punish misbehaved children. A great explanation of the history of Krampus in this video by Bibi Pelic. All images were source from The Public Domain Review and Domain Free. Thank you for joining me again for another Witchy Wednesday. Have a magical week and plea...