kõrvaküttimise
Kõrvaküttimine is a traditional Estonian folk practice that involves the ritualistic hunting of ears, specifically from hunted game. Historically, this practice was believed to hold spiritual significance, often tied to ensuring good luck, warding off evil spirits, or demonstrating respect for the hunted animal and the act of hunting itself. The ear was considered a symbolic part of the animal, and its removal was thought to imbue the hunter with certain protective qualities or appease forest spirits.
The specific methods and beliefs surrounding kõrvaküttimine varied across different regions and communities within Estonia. In
While the exact origins are difficult to pinpoint, kõrvaküttimine is rooted in animistic beliefs common in