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.

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.

Description

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

References

  1. 1 2 '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.