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In Nguni mythology, Tikoloshe, Tikolosh, Tokoloshe, Tokolotshe, Thokolosi, or Hili is a dwarf-like water spirit. It is a mischievous and evil spirit that can become invisible by drinking water or swallowing a stone. Tokoloshes are called upon by malevolent people to cause trouble for others. At its least harmful, a tokoloshe can be used to scare children, but its power extends to causing illness or even the death of the victim. Protection against them includes traditional methods such as raising beds off the ground and interventions by spiritual figures like pastors with an apostolic calling or traditional healers (sangomas), who are seen to possess the power to banish them. The Tikoloshe is often referenced satirically to critique the influence of superstitions on behaviour and society.
In Nguni mythology, Tikoloshe, Tikolosh, Tokoloshe, Tokolotshe, Thokolosi, or Hili is a dwarf-like water spirit. It is a mischievous and evil spirit that...
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she also produces a bright light. Ball lightning Energy being Tupilaq Tikoloshe Adam Woog (2011). Zombies. Capstone. pp. 43–. ISBN 978-1-60152-361-7....
cowherd of killing a baby that he believes is an evil being known as a Tikoloshe. Gavin Hood as Sean Raine Nigel Hawthorne as Judge Wendon Janine Eser...
Inuinnait, the tupilaq was similar to the Devil of Christianity. Anchimayen Tikoloshe Torngarsuk Schultz, Martin (2 November 2021). "Tupiliat". Polar Journal...
by light and noise.[citation needed] South Africa – The Tokoloshe or Tikoloshe is a dwarfish creature of Xhosa and Zulu mythology said to be summoned...
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