Elämänpuu: Uskontotieteellisiä tutkielmia

Name: Elämänpuu: Uskontotieteellisiä tutkielmia
Author: Uno Harva

By Uno Harva

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A series of comparative studies examines recurring cosmological motifs and religious symbols, focusing on ancient world-views, the notion of a cosmic center, and how observations of the pole star and prominent constellations shaped seasonal and celestial conceptions. The essays explore myths of world-pillars and towers, the life-tree and its links to rivers of paradise, the figure of the mother goddess, and notions of fate expressed as a life-thread. Drawing on ethnographic and comparative material from diverse traditions, the work shows how astronomical perception and mythic imagery combine to structure religious thought and symbolic systems.

About the Author

Uno Harva

Uno Harva was a Finnish scholar known for his contributions to the study of religion and mythology. His works often explore the spiritual beliefs of various cultures, particularly focusing on the Sámi and Permian peoples. Among his notable publications is "Elämänpuu: Uskontotieteellisiä tutkielmia," which delves into the tree of life concept in religious studies. Harva's research provides valuable insights into the origins and practices of indigenous belief systems, making him a significant figure in the field of comparative religion.