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Bladestunner316

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Im in the process of studying my viking heritage. Working on a geaneology,reading about the country, and its history as well studying the linguistics. Im just begining doing this.

If any out there are norwegian from norway and or scandinavia can you please tell me about the following.

1. the present economy. Is it hard to get a decent job? Any ideas of living costs?

2. Religion: My grandmother says there spiritually dead there people scarcelly go to church(allthough I dont believe that your record of church going is a echo of your spiritual life) but it does show how the country in general exhibits an interest in spiritual matters.

3. Of which I know the lutheran church is the state church, where are they on the road map? are they evangelical if that is a term to use. As well are they reformed( I would assume they are Luther you knwo reformer:D)

Any other things you want to add will be appreciated:)

Blade
 
My relatives come from Norway but way back. What little I could find out is that they are essentially socialist like the rest of Europe. They also are liberal Lutherans just like Germany and Sweden now. The evangelical population is a very small minority. Uffda....

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[Edited on 9-11-2003 by puritansailor]
 
My great, great grandfather (on my dad's side) came from Stravenger, Norway around the late 1800's. But I don't know where the rest came from.
 
:) I have family in Stavanger granted I dont know them but I hope to do so in the future me my mom, uncle and grandma are planning on going there in about a year.

blade
 
You'll have to let me know how it goes :) some day I may visit there. Though I don't know how much of my family line may still be there or if they even know about my side :)
 
If you're researching your genealogy, and you haven't bought a software program yet, you really need to get the Family Tree Maker Software program. It's great for storing information...and they have a lot of research tools available. For $$$$, of course, but they're there if you need them.

[Edited on 9-12-2003 by ChristianasJourney]
 
[quote:a19599d637][i:a19599d637]Originally posted by Bladestunner316[/i:a19599d637]
:) I have family in Stavanger granted I dont know them but I hope to do so in the future me my mom, uncle and grandma are planning on going there in about a year.

blade [/quote:a19599d637]

I was there in 1994. I loved the city and the country.
 
Bladestunner,

I've been to Norway once,.. it was two years ago. I can tell you that people hardly go to church there and those who are, are more liberal than reformed.
Satanism is growing especially in the northern provinces (also because of SHORT days of less than 6 hours during winter months --> it makes people feel depressed).
I can tell you it is one of the most beautiful countries I have ever seen (have seen about 25) and the people are very friendly and hospitable, especially the ones living on the countryside.
You can leave a bike somewhere unlocked for two weeks and then go and take it home again (on the countryside that is).
mmm what more,.... it is worth a visit if you have the money!

GOOD LUCK.

BTW I am also doing some research on my ancestors, so far my father's side is from Germany and my mothers side from France.
 
love2read,
Yea it is a beautiful country I hope to plan to Lord willingly move there within the next ten years or so. Sad to hear of the decline of the church and growth of satanism:mad:

blade
 
Sounds like we need to bring the gospel back to the Vikings gentlemen. Any takers? I wonder how long it would take to learn the language. For any who visited, how common was English used there?
 
PS,
Im learning nynorsk right now :)

Im motivated by tolkiens studies in the languages.

norwegian is not too hard its very close to english.

blade
 
English

Considering western and northern Europe I can tell you that almost everybody speaks some English. Even those around 50 years old. The younger generation is taught English from 10 or 12 years old... Norway is no exception!

Considering learning the Scandinavian languages; if one knows English and German or Dutch and has quite some imagination then there are some words one can already reckognize.
The Scandinavian languages (Danish, Swedish and Norwegian) are a family of languages that is quite different from the rest of Europe. Main families: Roman (Latin, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese), German (Dutch, Flamish, German, Austrian), Slavic (most eastern European countries).

Let me give you an example of how (un)easy it can be; counting:
0 = noll
1 = ett
2 = tva
3 = tre
4 = fyra
5 = fem
6 = sex
7 = sju
8 = atta
9 = nio
10 = tio
As you can see there are some similarities. At least you dont have to learn the old Viking language :lol:

Well, if you want to know more, just ask.
 
Norway is one beautiful country, I'd like to go there someday... the fjords are incredible.

I'm not sure about the Norwegian economy, but Sweden's is crippling due to socialism. Taxes are very high, to the point where its almost impossible to drive a car due to the expenses involved. They have a very nice system of healthcare and mass transportation though (also due to socialism).

Someone earlier mentioned Satanism as a part of Norway... I don't think its a major problem anymore. Black Metal was pretty much birthed in Norway, with bands like Mayhem. The black metal fans burned down churches and murdered people, but I don't think black metal and satanism are big problems there anymore. I could be wrong, though.
 
I forget the name but I remember seeing a book at half price about norwegian black metal bands and there involvement in satanism and church burning. Weird stuff:eek:

blade
 
[quote:ef1c4f561f][i:ef1c4f561f]Originally posted by Bladestunner316[/i:ef1c4f561f]
I forget the name but I remember seeing a book at half price about norwegian black metal bands and there involvement in satanism and church burning. Weird stuff:eek:

blade [/quote:ef1c4f561f]

The book is called "Lords of Chaos"... its very informative if you want to learn about black metal.
I used to be really into hardcore, metal, grindcore and whatnot before I gave all that up. I never got into black metal, due to its obvious satanism.
 
[quote:35f27037d2][i:35f27037d2]Originally posted by Bladestunner316[/i:35f27037d2]
i still have my front line assembly cd's that I ahvent listened to in a long time.

blade [/quote:35f27037d2]

The only band relating to hardcore/metal that I still listen to (on occasion) is Converge. Seriously, hardcore used to be my life. A few months ago I figured out it was idolatry, so I quit going to shows and listening to it.
 
[quote:7ef6e9e259][i:7ef6e9e259]Originally posted by Bladestunner316[/i:7ef6e9e259]
converge never heard of them we should start one called 'covenant'

blade [/quote:7ef6e9e259]

That name's already taken:(, I think. Or I might be thinking of Testament.
 
My pateranal Grandparents were from Norway. We had about 6 family members from there visit about 6 years ago. I really want to visit there too. I wish it wasn't socialist. I also really hope that Satanism isn't rampant there. Ick! My little sister lives in Petersburg, AK. Its an island fishing town with definite Norwegian flavor. I love going there.
 
My grandparents were from Oslo. I think my more recent relatives live in Trondheim. I was working on a family tree. I should keep going on it. I got a book on speaking Norwegian at a garage sale. One of my favorite movies is 13th Warrior. I liked hearing them speak in Norwegian. My grandfather never spoke much english. I read the book Eaters of the Dead too which the movie was based on and Beowulf too which the book was loosely based on. It got me interested in my roots. :)

[Edited on 3-17-2004 by Augusta]
 
Never been to Norway before. What's it like? Mostly rural or city? Flat or mountainous? ...
 
[quote:a1ca316675][i:a1ca316675]Originally posted by blhowes[/i:a1ca316675]
Never been to Norway before. What's it like? Mostly rural or city? Flat or mountainous? ... [/quote:a1ca316675]
Lot's o' mountains and valleys.
 
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