| Author |
Lönnrot, Elias, 1802-1884 |
| Title |
Suomen kansan muinaisia loitsurunoja
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 37.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jari Koivisto
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| Summary |
"Suomen kansan muinaisia loitsurunoja" by Elias Lönnrot is a collection of ancient Finnish spell poems compiled in the late 19th century. The work serves as an anthology of traditional incantations and rituals from Finnish folklore that were used for various purposes, such as healing, protection, and divination. The text reflects the rich tapestry of Finnish mythology and the historical reliance on magical practices among the Finnish people. At the start of the collection, the author presents a preface that outlines the origins and purposes of these spell poems. It discusses the transition from ancient knowledge of God and the governing forces of the world to a blend of superstition and folklore during the time of pagan beliefs. The introduction highlights the importance of these spells in the daily lives of the ancestors, illustrating how they sought assistance from both benevolent and malevolent spirits. The preface sets the stage for the many categories of spells that follow, including those for healing ailments, warding off evil spirits, and ensuring luck in various endeavors, thus emphasizing their significance and cultural heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Folk songs, Finnish
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| Subject |
Ballads, Finnish
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| Subject |
Incantations
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
48751 |
| Release Date |
Apr 20, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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