Motif
Origin and consecration of a sacred animal
origin_and_consecration_of_a_sacred_animal
A motif of the Sacred Law and Social Order family, within the sub-family Taboo and Ritual Restriction. Every row below is a tagged passage; each rests on a quote in its source text.
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finnish karelian
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Kalevala: The Epic Poem of Finland JOHN MARTIN CRAWFORD. / THE KALEVALA. / PROEM / BOOK II; lines 23211-23370 confidence: high
Otso grows and flourishes with a broad mouth, forehead, nose, and fur, but his claws and teeth are not yet properly fashioned; Mielikki considers giving them if he will not abuse the favor.
The passage explicitly presents the making and origin of Otso, including his oath, equipment with teeth and claws, release, and instruction in forest life.
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