Korinvetäjiä

Korinvetäjiä, a Finnish term, translates to "body pullers" or "corpse haulers" in English. Historically, this term referred to individuals responsible for transporting the bodies of the deceased. This was a necessary but often grim task, especially in communities where formal funeral services were not readily available or in times of widespread mortality.

The role of a korinvetäjä could vary significantly depending on the era and location. In rural areas, it might have been a community member who volunteered or was appointed for this duty. In more organized settings, it could have been a paid position, although the pay was likely meager. The transportation of bodies could be done using various methods, from simple carts to more elaborate hearses as societal structures evolved.

The work was often undertaken out of necessity and a sense of community obligation. It was not a profession that typically garnered social prestige, and the individuals performing it might have faced a degree of social distance due to the nature of their work. Nevertheless, their service was vital for the proper handling of the dead and for upholding funeral customs. The term itself carries a somber connotation, reflecting the difficult nature of the task. While the specific term "korinvetäjä" is less common in modern contexts with more formalized death care services, the historical role it represents is a part of many cultures' past.