The Key to the Kalevala

by Pekka Ervast, John Major Jenkins

The Key to the Kalevala was originally published in Finland in 1916. Now this insightful and detailed exploration of the ancient origins of Finnish mythology is available in English. Students of the ancient traditions and mystical teachings will find no better introduction to the profound esoteric meaning of the Kalevala, the Finnish National Epic, than Ervast's book. This translation is authorized by Ervast's study-school in Finland, whose members have worked to preserve his insights into his culture's past and the spiritual evolution of humanity. We also have the good fortune of being able to use Eino Friberg's beautiful translation of Kalevala (1988) into the modern American idiom. The combined work of Ervast and Friberg results in a unique, insightful, and aesthetically pleasing offering.

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1985

Reviews

[Stuart · Rating 2 out of 5]

An interesting take on the kalevala, weighed down by an unfortunate dose of christian theosophy. Worth it if you're a student of Finnish culture or esotericism and don't mind skipping all the quasi-racist Blavatsky nonsense.

[Jayne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspiration to my inner soul. I will read it again.