Saami folklore

Saami folklore encompasses the traditional stories, beliefs, and oral narratives of the Sámi people, indigenous to northern parts of Scandinavia and Russia. It features mythic beings like the noaidi (shamans), spirits of nature, and the famous reindeer as sacred, interconnected with the land. These stories explain natural phenomena, reinforce cultural values, and maintain spiritual connections to the environment. Rituals, songs (like the joik), and legends preserve Sámi identity and their harmonious relationship with nature, emphasizing respect for animals and the land, and serving as a vital cultural inheritance passed down through generations.