Post #68

Many of Rübezahl’s features indicate that the spirit possibly represents the Germanic deity Wodan. He is able to control the weather, much like Wodan. The way he shares knowledge with good people is also similar to the Germanic god. Even closer to Wodan is his appearance: the Lord of the Mountains often wears a dark cloak and is depicted having a long beard. While he is wearing this dark cloak, he also carries a cane which could be compared to Wodan’s spear.