Release date is 2020-02-23

Jari Koivisto and Tapio Riikonen

"Suomen suvun pakanallinen jumalanpalvelus" by Julius Krohn is a scholarly work written in the late 19th century. This text comprises a study of the pagan religious practices and mythology of the Finnish people, exploring their beliefs and rituals. The work intends to provide insights into ancient Finnish spirituality, examining sacred sites, idol representations, and sacrificial practices within the context of their cultural heritage. At the start of the work, the author sets the stage by discussing the rich history of Finnish pagan practices, and the challenges in collecting and verifying information about them due to historical gaps and the influence of Christianity. The opening discusses the foundational figures in Finnish religious studies, particularly referencing Castrén, whose work serves as a basis for Krohn’s expanded analysis. Krohn emphasizes the significance of precise research and the variety of sources he aims to utilize, as well as reflecting on the generational effort to understand the remnants of pagan worship in Finland through contemporary practices that still bear strong ties to their pagan past. The introduction invites readers into a detailed examination of the Finnish mythological landscape, stressing the need for further research in the field. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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