Ilmamäitä

Ilmamäitä, also known as "air spirits" or "wind spirits," are a type of supernatural entity found in Finnish folklore. They are believed to inhabit the air and are often associated with the wind. Ilmamäitä are typically described as small, ethereal beings, often appearing as a faint, glowing light or a whispering voice. They are said to be mischievous and can cause various phenomena, such as sudden gusts of wind, strange noises, or even temporary disorientation.

In Finnish culture, ilmamäitä are often seen as a part of the natural world, rather than malevolent entities. They are sometimes invoked in rituals to bring good fortune or to ward off evil spirits. However, they are also associated with the concept of "ilmatauti," or "air sickness," which is believed to be caused by the presence of ilmamäitä.

The exact origins of ilmamäitä are unclear, but they are thought to have been influenced by both ancient Finnish beliefs and later Christian influences. Today, ilmamäitä remain a part of Finnish folklore and are often depicted in art, literature, and other cultural expressions.