Elämänpuu: Uskontotieteellisiä tutkielmia by Uno Harva
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"Elämänpuu: Uskontotieteellisiä tutkielmia" by Uno Harva is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work explores the themes of mythology and cosmology, particularly focusing on the ancient belief systems of various cultures and their interpretations of significant symbols such as the tree of life, the world axis, and creation myths. Through its examination of these subjects, the book seeks to uncover the cultural underpinnings of human spirituality and thought.
At the start of the work, the author introduces the premise of sacred trees and the concept of a central cosmic axis in relation to ancient civilizations. The text discusses how different peoples perceive their world, particularly how a central point of focus, such as a tree or mountain, represents a connection between the earth and the heavens. It sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how these ancient beliefs shaped the understanding of existence across various cultures, particularly those in Asia and their associations with spiritual structures like the tree of life. Harva reflects on historical views of celestial bodies' movements and their influence on terrestrial beliefs, alluding to the central role such concepts played in shaping cultural identities and religious practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Harva, Uno, 1882-1949 |
|---|---|
| Title | Elämänpuu: Uskontotieteellisiä tutkielmia |
| Contents | Alkulause -- Johdanto -- Maailmanpatsas -- Babelin torni -- Elämänpuu -- Paratiisin virrat -- Äitijumalatar -- Elämänlanka -- Kohtalo. |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 19.4 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Tree of life |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61623 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61623-0 |
| Release Date | Mar 15, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 135 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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