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DOMINIQUE PERE FOUETTARD

Père Fouettard, or "Father Whipper," is a scary figure from French Christmas folklore. He is said to follow Saint Nicholas and punish naughty children. While Saint Nicholas gives gifts to the good kids, Père Fouettard gives coal or even whips the bad ones. According to legend, he was once an evil butcher who harmed children but later repented and became Saint Nicholas's helper. | Terrifying Earth

Le Lorrain - Le Saint Nicolas, le Père Fouettard et le...

Père Fouettard piège Saint-Nicolas...