How has the Bible influenced Finnish authors?
In this last part we will take a look at how some of Finland’s most well known authors and cultural figures have been influenced by the Bible. We have also…
How has the Bible influenced Norwegian authors?
In this part of the series, the Bible’s influence on Nordic culture, we will take a closer look at Nordic authors' relationship with the Bible. We have also written articles about…
How has the Bible influenced Danish authors?
In this part of the series, the Bible’s influence on Nordic culture, we will take a closer look at Nordic authors' relationship with the Bible. We have also made articles about…
How has the Bible influenced Swedish authors?
In this part of the series, the Bible’s influence on Nordic culture, we will take a closer look at Nordic authors' relationship with the Bible. We have also written articles on…
Edvard Munch and the Bible
It is said that Edvard Munch (1863-1944) kept three books on his bedside table: “Fra Kristiania-Bohêmen” (From Christiania’s Bohemia) by Hans Jæger, “The Idiot” by Fyodor Dostoevsky, and the Bible.…
Classical Music Inspired by the Bible
Classical music, as we characterise it today, has its roots in the 14th century Ars Nova period. This era marked a departure from traditional liturgical church music used in Catholic…
The Bible and the men of Eidsvoll
The Bible played a pivotal role in nation-building and public enlightenment, and also acted as a cornerstone of Norwegian democracy. No other book had such a large influence on Norwegian…
The Bible and Beer Labels
Biblical names are often found on beverages, this includes beer. It is not surprising that several types of beer have biblical names, this is because European brewing tradition is closely…
Henrik Wergeland and the Bible
The Norwegian poet Henrik Wergeland was strongly influenced by the Bible throughout his life. This is evident through both his artistic and political work. It was a given that the Bible…
Streets and places with biblical names
Many streets and places in the Nordic countries have names with biblical roots. This includes Norway, where among others, we find, Marias vei (Marias road) in Mandal, Moses vei (Moses…
