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dibbuk (n)

(Jewish folklore) a demon that enters the body of a living person and controls that body's behavior

dibbuk Sentence Examples

  1. In Jewish folklore, a dibbuk is believed to be a malevolent spirit that possesses individuals.
  2. The concept of a dibbuk originates from Eastern European Jewish mythology.
  3. According to legend, a dibbuk is the soul of a deceased person that refuses to move on to the afterlife.
  4. The possession by a dibbuk is often depicted as a terrifying and harrowing experience.
  5. Rabbis and spiritual leaders are sought to perform exorcisms to rid individuals of dibbuk possession.
  6. Dibbuk possession is sometimes associated with unresolved trauma or unfinished business in the deceased person's life.
  7. Stories of dibbuk possession have been passed down through generations as cautionary tales.
  8. The 1920 play "The Dybbuk" by S. Ansky explores themes of love, possession, and mysticism surrounding the dibbuk legend.
  9. Some believe that certain rituals and talismans can protect against dibbuk possession.
  10. Dibbuk possession remains a prominent element in Jewish folklore and has inspired various works of literature, art, and film.

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(Jewish folklore) a demon that enters the body of a living person and controls that body's behavior

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In Jewish folklore, a dibbuk is believed to be a malevolent spirit that possesses individuals.

The concept of a dibbuk originates from Eastern European Jewish mythology.

According to legend, a dibbuk is the soul of a deceased person that refuses to move on to the afterlife.

The possession by a dibbuk is often depicted as a terrifying and harrowing experience.