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Hela

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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in Slavonic mythology, was originally a Scandinavian deity, but worshipped also by the Wends, although in another sense, and with the attributes of an evil and angry deity. She was represented as a large woman, with a lion's open mouth. She was implored to protect from evil advice.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Hela'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​h/hela.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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