In this episode of the Northern Myths Podcast we continue our series on the Kalevala with Runo 6 - Joukahainen's Crossbow. This is the conclusion of the story of Joukahainen, and this poem wraps up some of the themes which started in the Runos 3 to 5. As Väinämöinen travels toward new adventures in Pohjola, Joukahainen is consumed with resentment and directs his anger towards Väinämöinen.  The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe. Join us as we learn about Norse Mythology, Jungian Archetypes, and much more. Dan and Luke have a passion for mythology, and together we hope to explore these myths and legends and explain them in a way that can appeal to everyone in the modern world, and learn how to apply their lessons to everyday life. Dan was thinking of Vladimir Lenin when he mentioned Karl Marx.  Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to support the podcast we have a few ways you can do that. We have a webshop where you can purchase shirts and mugs, and we have a recommended books and recommended music page on our website. If you purchase anything through our website we receive a small portion as a part of Amazon's affiliate program. WebshopRecommended BooksRecommended Music You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram