Vähäinen kertomus Muinais-Suomalaisten pyhistä menoista by Eero Salmelainen

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Author Salmelainen, Eero, 1830-1867
Title Vähäinen kertomus Muinais-Suomalaisten pyhistä menoista
Note Reading ease score: 34.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Jari Koivisto
Summary "Vähäinen kertomus Muinais-Suomalaisten pyhistä menoista" by Eero Salmelainen is a historical account written in the early 1850s. The book explores the ancient religious practices and traditions of the Finnish people, specifically their rituals associated with paganism and subsequent Christian influences. It provides insights into the cultural significance of these rites and how they evolved over time in the face of changing beliefs and societal norms. The book details various sacred celebrations and rituals observed by ancient Finns, such as the Vuoden-Alkajaiset (New Year’s festivities), the Henkien Päivät (Days of the Spirits), and Ukon Vakat, which were conducted to invoke blessings for the coming year, ensure successful harvests, and honor ancestral spirits. Salmelainen recounts specific practices associated with these celebrations, including sacrificial offerings, dietary restrictions, and the importance of adhering to traditional customs to avoid misfortune. Through these narratives, the author highlights the deep connection between Finnish identity, spirituality, and nature, revealing how ancient practices still resonate in modern Finnish culture despite the adoption of Christianity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
Subject Finland -- Religion
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EBook-No. 53051
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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