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A nisse ( Danish: [ˈne̝sə], Norwegian: [ˈnɪ̂sːə] ), tomte ( Swedish: [ˈtɔ̂mːtɛ] ), tomtenisse, or tonttu ( Finnish: [ˈtontːu]) is a mythological creature from Nordic folklore today typically associated with the winter solstice and the Christmas season.
22 de dic. de 2018 · Tomte, derived from the Swedish word “tomt,” or plot of land, literally means “homestead man.”. If you’ve ever heard the beloved character referred to as a “nisse” it is likely in reference to a Norwegian variant of the mythological figure, as Nisse is a Norwegian nickname for the name Nils.
4 de mar. de 2024 · 1. Guardians of the Homestead. In Swedish folklore, the Tomte is believed to be a guardian spirit of the home and farmstead. These miniature beings are said to live in the forests and fields, emerging under the cover of night to watch over their human companions and livestock. 2. Winter Solstice Celebrations.
23 de dic. de 2016 · The Tomten by Astrid Lindgren, illustrated by Harald Wiberg Viktor Rydberg, one of Sweden’s pre-1900 famous writers, wrote a classic poem, Tomten , about the lonely nighttime wanderings, inspections, and reflections of one tomte on a cold winter’s night, which has become a favorite Christmas piece.
5 de ago. de 2019 · The Swedish tomte, originally perceived as a spirit residing on farms and looking out for their wellbeing, has a long and storied history that makes it one of the most interesting pieces of the country’s culture.
19 de dic. de 2023 · Tomte is a charming character from Swedish folklore who rules over their household with an iron thumb. Traditionally, tomten are known to wear grey robes and a woolly red hat. They may look like gnomes, but don’t let that fool you, tomten have many more duties than their holiday creature lookalikes.
The Tomte is one of the most familiar creatures of Scandinavian folklore. From the fairytales of Hans Christian Anderson to the Tomten poem by Viktor Rydberg and the artwork of Jenny Nystrom, the tomte/nisse is in so many ways a part of the Scandinavian mythological soul.
