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Kapre
In Philippine mythology, the kapre is a creature that may be described as a tree giant, being a tall (7–9 ft (2.1–2.7 m)), dark-coloured, hairy, and muscular creature. Kapres are also said to have a very strong body odour and to sit in tree branches to smoke.
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Kapre is a mythical creature or legendary creature commonly found in Philippine folklore. It is described as a tall, dark-skinned, and hairy creature similar to a giant that dwells in trees, particularly old and huge trees. The Kapre is known to be mischievous and elusive, often smoking tobacco or using cigar-like objects. It is said to have the power to influence or scare people, and sometimes kidnaps or seduces humans, especially women.
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Kapre
Kapre is a Philippine mythical creature that could be characterized as a tree demon, but with more human characteristics. It is described as being a tall, brown, hairy male with a beard. Kapres are normally described as smoking a big ganja pipe, whose strong smell would attract human attention. The term kapre comes from the Arabic "kaffir", meaning a non-believer in Islam. The early Arabs and the Moors used it to refer to the non-Muslim Dravidians who were dark-skinned. The term was later brought to the Philippines by the Spanish who had previous contact with the Moors. Some historians speculate that the legend was propagated by the Spanish to prevent Filipinos from assisting any escaped African slaves.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of kapre in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of kapre in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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