Priest Törnblom and Old Hornpelle in Fagered

Västergötland · Sweden · Site of legend

"Stand on my cloak and you'll see who dances with them," said the priest — and the farmhand saw Old Hornpelle in the midst of the gathering.

Priest Törnblom of Fagered was known as a stern fire-and-brimstone preacher. On his way back from a sick-call he is said to have stopped at a dance gathering and brought his farmhand up to the window. He bade the servant stand on his cloak, and the man suddenly saw Old Hornpelle — the Evil One himself — among the dancers.

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Where is Priest Törnblom and Old Hornpelle in Fagered located?

Priest Törnblom and Old Hornpelle in Fagered is in Västergötland, Sweden.

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