Suomen herännäisyyden historia XIX:llä vuosisadalla II. 1836-1844

Mid‑nineteenth‑century Finland was a country in the throes of a fervent religious awakening, and this work brings that turbulent period to life. Through the eyes of pastors, lay activists, and ordinary citizens, listeners hear the clash between emerging revivalist ideas and the established church, a struggle that played out in newspapers, courtrooms, and quiet parish meetings.

The narrative weaves together a rich tapestry of primary sources—letters from a veteran gardener, transcripts of trials in Kalajoki, sermons that sparked controversy, and the fiery pamphlets that circulated under titles like “Tidningar i andliga ämnen.” Each episode reveals how personal convictions collided with legal authority, shaping the spiritual landscape of regions such as Suupohja, Savonia, and Turku.

As the story unfolds, you’ll travel through vivid debates on doctrine, self‑righteousness, and the quest for authentic faith, gaining a nuanced picture of a pivotal moment when Finland’s religious identity was being renegotiated.