The Storjunkare are described sometimes as stones, having some likeness to a man or an animal, that were set up on a mountain top, or in a cave, or ne
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Mikko Mattila - Sami People, Laplanders / Alamy Stock PhotoImage ID:
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2567 x 4016 px | 21.7 x 34 cm | 8.6 x 13.4 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
19 July 2022Location:
Finland, Lapland, EuropeMore information:
The Storjunkare are described sometimes as stones, having some likeness to a man or an animal, that were set up on a mountain top, or in a cave, or near rivers and lakes. Honor was done to them by spreading fresh twigs under them in winter, and in summer leaves or grass. The Storjunkare had power over all animals, fish, and birds, and gave luck to those that hunted or fished for them. Reindeer were offered up to them, and every clan and family had its own hill of sacrifice. The Laplanders were the last worshipper of the Storjunkare as late as 18th century. An original engraved image from 1720 by Bernard Picart, (1673-1733) and David Herrliberger, (1697-1777). Lapland, Finland, Europe. A private collection.