The Bogeyman at Christmas? The Background and History of Krampus and Knecht Rupprecht, ‘Companions’ of Saint Nicholas/Father Christmas
Native American Studies Center
The figure of Krampus originally comes – like many other demonic figures of the Alpine region – from pre-Christian times, while his milder counterpart, Knecht Rupprecht, is the assistant of Saint Nicholas, who in the traditions of the northern and central German-speaking area comes on the eve of December 6th. Both serve as corrective figures that accompany Saint Nicholas. As he deals out treats, they deal out coals and rod beatings for naughty children.
This presentation by Claudia Heinemann-Priest, USC Lancaster Instructor of English, Catawba, and Native American Literature, will delve into the myths and legends of the Krampus/Knecht Rupprecht and similar figures.
Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/4dmOlUG
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Free
Friday, December 13, 2024 @ 12:00pm ·
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2024-12-13 12:00:00
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The Bogeyman at Christmas? The Background and History of Krampus and Knecht Rupprecht, ‘Companions’ of Saint Nicholas/Father Christmas
https://charlottecultureguide.com/event/429990/the-bogeyman-at-christmas-the-background-and-history-of-krampus-and-knecht-rupprecht-companions-of-saint-nicholasfather-christmas
Native American Studies Center, 119 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC, 29720
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