Entity: DOPPELGANGER
A doppelgänger is a ghostly double or counterpart of a living person, often described as a spirit that looks exactly like a living individual.
DOPPELGÄNGER
Etymology
The word 'doppelgänger' originates from German, where 'doppel' means double and 'gänger' means walker, translating to 'double walker'.
Definition
A doppelgänger is a ghostly double or counterpart of a living person, often described as a spirit that looks exactly like a living individual.
Historical Context
The concept of doppelgängers has roots in folklore and mythology, with various cultures believing in the existence of a person's exact double or twin soul.
Cultural Significance
Doppelgängers have been a popular theme in literature, art, and cinema, often symbolizing a dark or supernatural presence that mirrors an individual.
Related Concepts
Doppelgängers are closely related to the idea of twins, alter egos, and mirror images in psychological and paranormal contexts.
See Also
A doppelgänger refers to a ghostly double or counterpart of a living person, resembling them closely in appearance or behavior.