Gnomes, goblins, elves and fairies, worldwide concepts

Question

It seems that variations of these magical creatures can be found in myths and legends all over the world in many different cultures.

Surely this must mean that these creatures do exist?

After all it would be a pretty huge coincidence for thousands of people to imagine such creatures and its not as though there presence can be attributed to other creatures (eg. dinosaurs leading to legends about dragons)

What does everyone thing about this? I would love to hear from believers and sceptics alike

Answer 1

I truely believe that they do exist, for the same reason that you just listed, as well as for many others.

Answer 2

I think there has to be some truth in there somewhere.  

Answer 3

many European fairy tales were folk stories stolen from conquered forgin lands

Answer 4

Its probably true..

Answer 5

Maybe they do exist; maybe they don't exist. I don't know, but I try to keep an open mind about stuff like that.

Answer 6

yes i have them at the bottom of my garden

Answer 7

Hmm... I'm sure they do exist, some people believe that they are the fallen angels from heaven and had transformed themselves..