Escapes by magic. (Cf. D1395.)

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Escapes by magic. (Cf. D1395.)

Magic. · Magic powers and manifestations. · Manifestations of magic power. · Miscellaneous magical manifestations. · Miscellaneous magical manifestations. · view the constellation · filed as D2165

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In our texts — keyword-matched, unreviewed

Depth CommentaryPsychology of the Unconscious: A Study of the Transformations and Symbolisms of the Libido, Part II — CHAPTER VIII
ReferenceThe Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (abridged), Chapter XIXXIX. Tabooed Acts
GermanicGrimm's Household Tales: With the Author's Notes, Tale 5656._SWEETHEAIIT ROLAND.
FinnishThe Kalevala, Rune XXVI
WelshThe Mabinogion, MATH THE SON OF MATHONWYMATH THE SON OF MATHONWY

Scholars’ trail — 4references

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EnglishWells 43 (Arthour and Merlin)
IrishPlummer cxxxix, *Cross
IcelandicÞorsteins saga Vikingssona 400, Boberg
IndiaThompson-Balys.

Within the index

Filed under Miscellaneous magical manifestations.

4 finer motifs beneath it

Escape by flying through the air. (Cf. D2135.0.1, R324.1.)Escape from drowning by drying up all waters. (Cf. D2151.2.3.)Magic used to prevent pursuit Opening in house made by magic so as to escape

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Magic control of waters. (Cf. D1242.1.)Magic control of mountains. (Cf. D932.)Magic control of rocks Magic control over animals. (Cf. D2070.)Magic control of soil and crops Magic control of fires. (Cf. D1271.)Magic healing power Magic control of disease. (Cf. D1500.)Magic defense in battle. (Cf. K2350.)Magic help from falling Corpse magically saved from corruption. (Cf. V52.14.)Magic used against poison. (Cf. D1515.)Magic adhesion. (Cf. D1413.)Continuing magic acts Magic singing Magic dancing. Enchanted persons dance till released

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Magic object frees person from prison

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