Aulanerk

In Inuit mythology, Aulanerk is a friendly sea god who rules over the tides, waves and joy. He is said to be naked and living in the sea.[1]

Whereas Aulanerk caused the waves, he works with the other gods who lead Inuit hunters to seals. Sedna, the goddess of the sea, is unfriendly and dissimilar to Aulanerk.[2]

Description

He is described as a naked man who lived in the ocean like a merman.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b 'Aulanerk', article in the Encyclopedia of Fairies in World Folklore and Mythology of Theresa Bane (published 2014).
  2. ^ Andrews, Tamra (2000). Dictionary of Nature Myths: Legends of the Earth, Sea, and Sky. Oxford University Press. ISBN 978-0-19-513677-7.


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