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  1. Changeling - Wikipedia

    Changeling Der Wechselbalg by Henry Fuseli, 1781 A changeling, also historically referred to as an auf or oaf, is a human -like creature found throughout much of European folklore. According to folklore, a …

  2. Changeling | Meaning, Mythology & Origins | Britannica

    Dec 9, 2025 · Changeling, in European folklore, a deformed or imbecilic offspring of fairies or elves substituted by them surreptitiously for a human infant. According to legend, the abducted human …

  3. Changeling (2008) - IMDb

    Oct 31, 2008 · Changeling: Directed by Clint Eastwood. With Angelina Jolie, Colm Feore, Amy Ryan, Gattlin Griffith. After Christine's son goes missing, she reaches out to the LAPD to find him, but when …

  4. What is a Changeling? - Believing the Bizarre

    A changeling is a captivating supernatural entity rooted in folklore, known for its role in replacing a human child with a fairy offspring. This concept has given rise to countless tales across various …

  5. Changeling | Myth and Folklore Wiki | Fandom

    Changelings are creatures spoken of in many folklore, fantasy, and fairy tales from across European mythology. They are regarded as creatures that are placed into mortal homes by fairies or demons, …

  6. Changelings, The Deformed Fairy Offspring Of European Folklore

    May 10, 2023 · Many modern folklorists and scholars believe the changeling myth may have grown from a lack of understanding of certain disabilities and conditions, like autism or physical illness. And this …

  7. The Enigmatic Changeling: Folklore, Mysticism, and Transformation

    Exploring twilight's edge, Changeling tales blend European folklore and human mysteries, embodying change and the enigmatic unknown.