Zirnitra

In Wendish mythology Zirnitra, or Zir or Rosvodiz, is a black Slavic dragon and the god of sorcery.

Zirnitra literally means magically empowered.

The image of Zirnitra was employed on a Wendish flag when the Wends fought the invading Saxons.

References

• Ingeman, B. S. Grundtræk til En Nord-Slavisk og Vendisk Gudelære. Copenhagen 1824.