A nisse (Danish:, Norwegian: [ˈnɪ̂sːə]), tomte (Swedish: [ˈtɔ̂mːtɛ]), tomtenisse, or tonttu (Finnish:) is a household spirit from Nordic folklore which has always been described as a small human …

2023年12月20日 · A nisse (usually Norwegian) and a tomte (usually Swedish) are similar characters. They are both solitary, mischievous domestic sprites responsible for the protection …

2023年11月20日 · A “tomte” is a gnome of sorts that is associated with the plot of land. This gives credence to the theory according to which the nisse is a remnant of ancestral worship on …

2024年5月30日 · Every year during the holiday season we see images and figures of the Norwegian Nisse and Swedish Tomte. They are not an elf, they are not exactly a Santa, and …

In Scandinavia, the gnome usually has the name of “Tomte” in Swedish, or “Nisser” in Norway. In Finland, the name for the gnome is Tonttu. Scandinavian gnomes are similar in style to the …

History of the Tomte 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 …

2022年12月24日 · In Sweden, these supernatural beings are called tomtar. They may also bring gifts to the children. They carry out the same chores for their household and farm as in …

2024年2月8日 · The collective name nisse entered the Norwegian farm sprite tradition from Denmark, probably as a noa-name— a flattering synonym or nickname used to avoid calling …