Today Norway is a very secular country. There is religious freedom, and most of the worlds religions are represented here – and all are welcome. The Church of Norway is Lutheran, but Catholicism and other Christian denominations are also widespread.

Does Norway believe in God?

Urstad has concluded that most non-religious Norwegians are members of the Church of Norway. Up to 25% of the population is non-religious and do not believe in either God or other higher powers, and have no everyday rituals related to religion,” Urstad says.

How many religions are there in Norway?

Religions: Church of Norway (Evangelical Lutheran - official) 70.6%, Muslim 3.2%, Roman Catholic 3%, other Christian 3.7%, other 2.5%, unspecified 17% (2016 est.)

What is the religion of Scandinavia?

In Scandinavia, Evangelical Lutheran is the most prominent religious group. Yet other expressions of Christianity, the ever-expanding Muslim population, and the revitalization of traditional Norse religion, has created a diverse array spiritual communities in the region.

How did Christianity start in Norway?

Christianity made its way to Norway in the early 8th century. Vikings, who had been converted to Catholicism during their travels, brought their new religion home when they returned. In addition to converted Vikings, monks and kings were also incredibly influential when it came to bringing Christianity to Norway.

What year did Norway convert to Christianity?

1000 AD The conversion of Norway to Christianity began in 1000 AD.

Is Norway an atheist country?

For the first time ever, Norway now has more people who do not believe in God than do - with 39 per cent of atheists versus 37 per cent of believers. Now a map has shown degrees of religion around the world according to the countries with the most people saying they are convinced atheists.

Do Norwegians still believe in Odin?

Thor and Odin are still going strong 1000 years after the Viking Age. Many think that the old Nordic religion - the belief in the Norse gods – disappeared with the introduction of Christianity. However, it did not, but was instead practised secretly or under a Christian cloak.

What percentage of Norwegians are Christians?

Statistics NorwayReligion (in 31.12.2019)MembersPercentChristianity4,059,36675.63%Church of Norway3,686,71568.68%Catholic Church165,2543.08%Pentecostal congregations40,7250.76%7 more rows