mulla

Meanings

• noun

  In Finnish culture, a person who acts as a mediator or go-between in a dispute or negotiation.

  - "Mullan tulee parhaan tieteen, kun kahden tulevat paholainen toisella toiselle puolen."
  - "Mullan tulee välttää taistelun, kun kaksi miestä kämpaa jossakin asiassa."

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Variants

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mullah , mullahism , mullahisms , mullahs

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Etymology

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Derived from the Old Norse word 'mollr' meaning 'peaceful one' or 'mediator'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'mulla' is also used in Finnish folklore to refer to a type of spirit or supernatural being that can help guide lost travelers.

2. The role of the mulla in Finnish culture is similar to that of the 'omnipotens deus' or 'all-powerful God' in Latin culture, who was also invoked as a mediator and peacemaker.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mediation: A process where a neutral third party helps two or more parties in a dispute to reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

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Culture

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The word 'mulla' has deep cultural significance in Finland, particularly in traditional disputes and negotiations. The mulla acts as a neutral third party to facilitate communication and find a mutually acceptable solution. In literature, the figure of the mulla can be found in various folktales and sagas.

How to Memorize "mulla"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a calm and peaceful person acting as a go-between in a dispute.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mulla' with the idea of peace and resolution.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'Mulla' is the 'Mediator' in Finnish culture.

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