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The Banshee - Irish Death Omen
Her wail pierces the night—a keening cry that means death is coming. Irish families have their own banshees. To hear her is to know someone will die.
Ancient - Present
Ireland
10000+ witnesses
The banshee (bean sídhe) is an Irish spirit whose wailing cry warns of imminent death.
The Legend
According to documented folklore:
The banshee is:
- A female spirit
- Attached to Irish families
- Her cry predicts death
- She may appear as old crone or young woman
The Cry
The banshee’s wail:
- A mournful keening sound
- Heard at night
- Near the home of the dying