Celtic Moment

For instance, someone will ask about a Native American legend or Celtic myth and will get some modern version of the answer instead of the actual mythology.
When I say modern I mean something like the comic book version, or a version that was designed to suit a modern religious practice, rather than the folklore or myth that is traditional to the originating culture. (Many myths are readily available for anyone who wants to read them.)
I know stories change over time, but I am talking about versions that have absolutely nothing to do with the original folklore. For example, someone asks about fairies and I say “They are believed to be the souls of dead cats that belonged to politicians. They bring the ability to cook good food into all houses that are painted pink.” From what folklore tradition could I have possibly obtained this?
“I believe most original mythology is lost to nearly everybody but scholars or serious amateurs.” You mean, most don’t learn about it so they just make up alternate versions or go with anything they read anywhere?

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Folk Lore – Superstitious Beliefs in the West of Scotland within This Century

What were some beliefs held about witchcraft and magic in 11th century Scotland?