jätkamises

Jätkamises is a concept originating from Estonian folklore and is most commonly associated with the practice of magic or sorcery. It refers to the act of continuing or perpetuating something, often in a mystical or supernatural context. This can manifest in various ways, such as the continuation of a spell, curse, or ritual. The term implies a deliberate act of carrying on a process that has already been initiated, often with the intent of achieving a specific outcome.

In traditional Estonian beliefs, jätkamises might be employed by a witch or sorcerer to maintain the power of an enchantment over time or to extend its influence. It could also refer to the cyclical nature of certain rituals or the passing down of magical knowledge. The concept is not necessarily negative and can be interpreted as the act of ensuring the persistence of a beneficial charm or the ongoing protection of a community. Understanding jätkamises requires an appreciation for the holistic and often animistic worldview present in Estonian folk traditions, where the spiritual and material worlds are intertwined and actions can have lasting, sometimes unseen, consequences.