Mãe-do-Ouro
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The Mãe-do-Ouro (lit. 'Mother of Gold') is a Brazilian mythological figure primarily known in the folklore of the interior of the Brazilian Southeast, Northeast, and Center-West regions.[1] Depending on the region, this figure takes the form of either a beautiful blonde woman that wears a silk dress or a fireball that has the ability to transform itself into the former.[2] Her appearance is said to indicate areas where gold and precious minerals should not be exploited.[3]
History
[edit]The origins of the Mãe-do-Ouro date to the 18th century Brazilian Gold Rush.[4]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Valeriano, Maria Luiza (17 August 2020). "Lenda da Mãe do Ouro - Folclore brasileiro". Escola Educação (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 30 April 2023.
- ^ Banville, Sarah (16 September 2021). Monsters: 100 Weird Creatures from Around the World. Hachette Children's Group. p. 72. ISBN 978-1-5263-6350-3 – via Google Books.
- ^ "Mãe-de-Ouro: lenda, origem do mito e explicação". Toda Matéria (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 30 April 2023.
- ^ "Lendas da Cultura [sobrenatural] mineira - Correio de Minas" (in Brazilian Portuguese). 10 May 2022. Retrieved 30 April 2023.