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Lönnrot, Elias
1802
1884
Lonnrot, Elias
Mehiläinen 1840
$aHelsinki :$bG. O. Wasenius, $c1840.
Jari Koivisto
"Mehiläinen 1840" by Elias Lönnrot is a collection of writings likely produced in the early 19th century. The work appears to embody a compilation of hymns, cultural reflections, and poetic expressions centered on Finnish life, spirituality, and the importance of language and cultural identity. This text serves as a means to promote a more refined Finnish language, and addresses the cultural concerns relevant to the Finnish populace during this period. At the start of "Mehiläinen 1840," the reader is introduced to various hymns and discussions on the state of Finnish poetry and its significance in religious and daily life. The opening portions emphasize the need for clarity and purity in the Finnish language used in hymns, contrasting traditional forms with proposed reforms to make them more accessible to the common folk. It highlights contributions from notable figures in Finnish culture and discusses hymns written by clerics, conveying a deep appreciation for the spiritual and communal role music plays in society. Overall, the beginning establishes the importance of preserving Finnish identity while fostering a connection between language and faith through collective cultural production. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
20240317111530lnnrot
1840
FI
Reading ease score: 39.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Finnish periodicals
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Category: Poetry
Category: Religion/Spirituality
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