The first printed literature in Sámi appeared in 1619 and marked the distinction between old and newer Sámi language. However, the unique orthography that characterises today’s Northern Sámi written language…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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, 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 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…
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…
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…
