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The bogeyman (/ ˈ b oʊ ɡ i m æ n /; also spelled or known as bogyman, [1] bogy, [1] bogey, [1] and, in North American English, also boogeyman) [1] is a mythical creature typically used to frighten children into good behavior.
- Who Is The Bogeyman?
- Characteristics
- Bogeyman Around The World
- Explanation of The Myth
The bogeyman is a mythical monster whose impact can be traced around the world. One of the first references to this legendary creature was found in the 1500’s, though it is suspected that the boogeyman has existed much longer than this. It is thought that the boogeyman was originally a reference for mischievous creatures called hobgoblins. Througho...
Physical Description
Descriptions of the bogeyman vary from country to country, though there are a few similarities. The majority of boogeymen are some sort of spirit or entity that terrorize naughty children in the night. The boogeyman could strike for any number of reasons – ranging from anger towards children who leave things dirty to hunger for children who stayed up past their bedtime. Many boogeymen are said to have long nails or claws that they use to scratch against window panes in the middle of the night...
Personality
The bogeyman, while mysterious, is best understood through its motivations. The boogeyman is primarily fixated on children, though there are myths in some countries that suggest the boogeyman will seek out anyone who is guilty of wrong-doing. Regardless of what age group a particular boogeyman goes after, it seems to be a common theme that the boogeyman will not attack those who are considered to be ‘good.’ There are many variations on why the bogeyman preys on its victims. Most versions of t...
Wewe Gombel
In the Semarang area of central Java, there lurks a bogeyman who strikes fear into the hearts of children and parents alike – the Wewe Gombel. This strange boogeyman is said to be a spirit that seeks both vengeance and acceptance. Although the Wewe Gombel spirit is evil in nature, it does not harm children. Instead, she kidnaps children that are being neglected or abused and hides them from their parents until she feels the parents have learned their lesson. Even though she takes her vengeanc...
El Coco
El Coco (also known as the Coco Man) is known to strike fear into the hearts of many Hispanic and Latino children. This strange beast is not known to have a specific appearance, but is instead thought to be a shapeshifterthat is ‘terrible to look at.’ In some regions, the Coco Man is thought to have the power to transform into the thing a child fears most. El Coco climbs onto the roofs of children who disobey their parents and waits until they fall asleep. It is then that El Coco sneaks into...
Babaroga
Babaroga is a Croatian boogeyman that has a deep hunger for disobedient children. This boogey is said to be an ugly old woman with horns atop her head. She stalks her prey at night and takes them back to her dark hiding place where she devours them. Babaroga is thought to carry a bag that she uses to drag children away into her lair (which is often a cave). Sometimes she preys on children who venture out too late at night, while other times she is said to reach down through the cracks in the...
Though there are some that believe the bogeyman myths are inspired by real creatures, the majority of people believe that the bogeyman is nothing more than a tale told by parents who wanted to scare their children into behaving.
Dec 25, 2023 · From its portrayal in horror movies to its use as a metaphor for real-life terrors, the Bogeyman continues to captivate and terrify audiences. Unveiling the mysterious origins of the term “Bogeyman” reveals its cultural significance and the enduring impact it has had on societies worldwide.
Bogeyman, any of a variety of fictional and oftentimes folkloric monsters described in stories designed to frighten children. Tales of the bogeyman and various analogues have been used for centuries all across the world to influence children to behave as their parents command and to exercise.
- Alison Eldridge
Oct 20, 2023 · The small pictures of each country’s monster visualize what people find scary in different cultures. Bat wings and reptilian bodies are common themes, as are ghostly, tattered robes.
- Michele Debczak
So, what do we know about the bogeyman? Adults tell children of the bogeyman, warnings that the bogeyman will snatch kids and take them away forever. Some say it has claws, talons, and sharp teeth; others claim it has horns and hooves, while others say it is more of a massive bug.
Oct 20, 2023 · Originating in 15th-century England, the Boogeyman was invented as a method of deterring children from doing bad or ill-advised things, like going into dark woods. However, in Austria, children are given a festive fright by The Krampus, the infamous half-goat/half-demon creature that punishes misbehaving children at Christmas.
