kehämies
A kehämies is a Finnish term that roughly translates to "wicker man" or "straw man." It traditionally refers to a large, human-shaped effigy constructed from straw or wicker, often used in various folk customs and festivals. Historically, these figures were associated with agricultural rituals, particularly those marking the end of the harvest season or the transition into winter. The burning or destruction of the kehämies was symbolic, representing the end of the old cycle and the hope for a prosperous new one.
The practice of creating and destroying kehämies figures has roots in ancient European pagan traditions, with