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Mila Santala

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Esoteric Epistemic Practices in Early Twentieth-Century Finland

Approaching Religion October 27, 2026 Mila Santala

In this article I examine how Elsa Heporauta (1883–1960) produced, interpreted and circulated esoteric knowledge in early-twentieth-century Finland, situating her work within a vibrant esoteric milieu. Drawing on archival notebooks, manuscripts and lectures, I analyse her epistemic practices through lived esotericism and meaning-making theory. Although Heporauta was a visible cultural figure,...