tietäjiä
Tietäjiä is a Finnish term that translates to "knowers" or "wise ones." Historically, in Finnish folklore and shamanism, tietäjiä referred to individuals believed to possess special knowledge, insight, and spiritual power. These individuals often acted as intermediaries between the human and spirit worlds, performing rituals, healing the sick, and offering guidance. Their knowledge was typically acquired through a combination of innate talent, rigorous training, and direct communication with spirits or deities.
The roles and abilities attributed to tietäjiä varied. They could be healers, diviners, sorcerers, or spiritual
While the traditional beliefs surrounding tietäjiä are largely rooted in historical folklore, the concept continues to