The Maiden of Finland

The Maiden of Finland, also known as Suomi-neito or Finlands mö, is the national personification of Finland. She is a beautiful young woman with long flowing hair and a flowing gown. She is often depicted holding a harp or a torch, and she is sometimes accompanied by a bear or a wolf. The Maiden of Finland is a symbol of the Finnish people and their culture. She represents their strength, resilience, and love of nature. She is also a symbol of hope for the future of Finland. One of the most famous stories about the Maiden of Finland is the story of how she saved Finland from a great flood. The flood was caused by a giant named Väinämöinen, who was angry at the Finnish people. The Maiden of Finland prayed to the gods for help, and they sent a great eagle to help her. The eagle flew up to the sky and caught the floodwaters in its wings. The Maiden of Finland then led the Finnish people to safety on the back of the eagle. The Maiden of Finland is a powerful and important symbol for the Finnish people. She is a reminder of their strength, resilience, and love of nature. She is also a symbol of hope for the future of Finland.