The Draugr

A draugr (plural: draugar or draugr) is an undead creature from Norse mythology and folklore, often described as a malevolent, supernatural being that rises from the grave to terrorize the living. The term is derived from Old Norse draugr, which means "again-walker" or "again-goer," and is sometimes translated into Hebrew as דראוגר. In Icelandic, the term is draugur, while in German, it is Draugr. Draugar are typically depicted as reanimated corpses with enhanced strength and the ability to shapeshift, often taking the form of animals such as bears or seals. They are known to guard their burial mounds and hoards of treasure, and they are said to bring misfortune, illness, and even death to those who disturb their resting places. Draugar are prominent in Old Norse sagas, particularly those from Iceland, where they are often central to the narrative, embodying themes of vengeance, protection, and the supernatural.