Introduction

Welcome to our section on Sámi Mythology. The Sámi people live in Sápmi aka Saamiland, a cultural region spread across the furthest reaches of Finland, Norway and Sweden. (This area was formerly known as Lapland but let’s not talk about that.)

The Sámi have traditionally been a semi-nomadic people heavily into reindeer, fishing and making things out of fur. As you might expect, their deities tend to have similar interests.

Living close to nature in a harsh and unforgiving environment, it’s good to know the Sámi have the protection of some beneficial deities.

For other deities in the same location check out our Finnish Mythology section.

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Use our GODBROWSER™ to explore the myths and legends of Sámi Mythology.

View the Sami pantheon of Gods, Goddesses and Spirits. Family trees coming soon!

Consult our complete A to Z Index of names and figures from Sami Mythology .

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