Domovoi
The Domovoi is a household spirit in Russian and Slavic folklore, deeply rooted in pre-Christian ancestor worship traditions. The name comes from the Russian 'dom' meaning house — the Domovoi is literally 'the one of the household.' This spirit lives behind the stove, under the threshold, or in the attic of traditional Slavic homes, serving as the guardian of the family. Belief in the Domovoi has persisted for centuries, surviving Christianization and continuing into modern times, particularly in rural areas. The Domovoi is considered the personification of the family's founder or a deceased m