deataäft
Deataäft is a rare and historically documented phenomenon observed primarily in the Baltic region, particularly among the indigenous Saami and Baltic peoples. The term, derived from the Old Norse *deat* (meaning "death") and *aft* (meaning "spirit" or "ghost"), refers to a supernatural entity believed to be the spirit of a recently deceased person who lingers near their former home or place of death. These spirits were thought to be restless, often appearing as shadowy figures or faint apparitions, and were considered dangerous if encountered.
In Baltic folklore, deataäft were sometimes associated with unresolved grievances or unfinished business in the afterlife.
The belief in deataäft reflects broader animistic and shamanistic traditions in the region, where the boundary
While not widely documented outside the Baltic area, deataäft serves as a fascinating example of how cultures