Skoutatoi

Skoutatoi is a Greek term derived from the words "skouros" (shade or shadow) and "atoi" (followers or ones who walk). It traditionally refers to figures in Greek folklore or religious contexts believed to be spirits or shades of the dead, often seen as lingering or watching over the living. These entities are thought to embody the souls of the deceased, serving as intermediaries or guardians. In some interpretations, Skoutatoi represent ancestral spirits that maintain a presence in the world of the living, symbolizing remembrance and spiritual connection.