Nymph

Greek Mythology Deities

In ancient Greek folklore, nymphs are minor female nature deities and personifications of nature. Usually depicted as maidens, they are tied to particular places, landforms, or trees and are divided into groups according to habitat, including Naiads, Nereids, Oceanids, and Oreads. Associated with springs, they were believed to have healing powers, as well as divination and shapeshifting, but were not immortal. Nymphs appear in art, literature, and mythology.

Nature: Minor female nature deity in ancient Greek folklore
Typical association: A specific place, landform, or tree
Mortality: Not immortal

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Article: Nymph (English Wikipedia)
Wikidata: Q373916
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