The Dybbuk

A Dybbuk is a concept from Jewish folklore referring to a restless spirit of a deceased person that temporarily inhabits a living individual. Often depicted as malevolent or unfulfilled, the dybbuk is believed to possess a person, causing strange behaviors or suffering, until it can find peace or resolve its unfinished business. The concept highlights themes of spiritual unrest and the importance of honoring the dead within cultural traditions. The idea has inspired plays, literature, and films, most notably the 1920 play "The Dybbuk" by S. Ansky, which explores these supernatural themes within a Jewish cultural context.