väldimise

Väldimise is a concept in Estonian folklore and mythology that refers to the act of a person being possessed or controlled by a supernatural entity, typically a spirit or demon. This phenomenon is often associated with the belief in the existence of evil spirits that can enter and take control of a person's body, leading to various forms of misfortune, illness, or even death. The term "väldimise" is derived from the Estonian word "väldima," which means to be possessed or controlled.

The practice of väldimise is believed to have originated from ancient pagan beliefs and has been documented in various folktales, legends, and historical accounts. It is often associated with the concept of "kõrts," which refers to a supernatural being that can enter and take control of a person's body. The körts is believed to be a malevolent spirit that can cause harm to the person it possesses, as well as to others in its vicinity.

Väldimise is typically associated with the belief in the existence of evil spirits that can enter and take control of a person's body, leading to various forms of misfortune, illness, or even death. The term "väldimise" is derived from the Estonian word "väldima," which means to be possessed or controlled. The practice of väldimise is believed to have originated from ancient pagan beliefs and has been documented in various folktales, legends, and historical accounts. It is often associated with the concept of "kõrts," which refers to a supernatural being that can enter and take control of a person's body. The körts is believed to be a malevolent spirit that can cause harm to the person it possesses, as well as to others in its vicinity.