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sampoIn Finnish mythology, a mysterious object that has been variously identified but is typically believed to be a cosmological pillar that supports the vault of heaven. Because it is the axis around which the heavens revolve, all life depends on it as the source of all good. In one legend, the creator-smith Ilmarinen forged the sampo for Louhi, the hag-goddess of the underworld, and then stole it back, resulting in its near-destruction. In the Kalevala, sampo is a magic mill that grinds out an endless supply of salt, gold, and meal for its possessor. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| DMX Music promoted Stacey Sampo to vice president for affiliate sales and marketing. As his rival, Hilarion, Sampo Kivela convincingly acted his jealousy and the baseness of his character. Durbin, author of Wintering: The Broken Blade and Song of Sampo Lake, provides an afterword discussing lumberjack traditions and lists books and organizations related to forest history and logging. |
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