In this article, we delve into the world of Buddhism in Norway to explore its many facets and discover the importance it has in our society. From Buddhism in Norway as a relevant figure in history, to its relevance today, through its impact on different aspects of daily life. We will analyze how Buddhism in Norway has influenced and continues to influence our lives, revealing data and curiosities that you may not have known. Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting journey through Buddhism in Norway and discover everything that this figure, theme, date, etc. has to offer us.
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Buddhism in Norway has existed since the beginning of the 1970s, after immigration from countries with Buddhist populations, mainly Vietnam. Buddhistforbundet (The Buddhist Federation) in Norway was established as a religious society in 1979 by two Buddhist groups (The Zen School and Karma Tashi Ling buddhistsenter) who wanted to create a common organization to preserve issues of common interest. As of 2013, there are between 30.000 and 50.000 (between 0.7% and up to 1% of the total population) registered Buddhists in Norway. Around 5% of them are Norwegians.
In 2017, it was estimated that there are approximately 2,000 ethnic Norwegians who have converted to the religion. Buddhism is Norway's third-largest religion, after Christianity and Islam.
Electoral districts | Total population | Buddhist population | Percent buddhist |
---|---|---|---|
Oslo | 575,475 | 2,912 | 0.5% |
Akershus | 527,625 | 1,767 | 0.3% |
Østfold | 268,584 | 1,143 | 0.4% |
Hordaland | 469,681 | 952 | 0.2% |
Rogaland | 420,574 | 844 | 0.2% |
Sør-Trøndelag | 286,729 | 801 | 0.2% |
Buskerud | 254,634 | 774 | 0.3% |
Vestfold | 229,134 | 538 | 0.2% |
Vest-Agder | 168,233 | 512 | 0.3% |
Telemark | 167,548 | 379 | 0.2% |
Hedmark | 190,071 | 350 | 0.1% |
Oppland | 184,288 | 274 | 0.1% |
Møre og Romsdal | 248,727 | 246 | 0.0% |
Aust-Agder | 107,359 | 227 | 0.2% |
Troms | 155,553 | 177 | 0.1% |
Nordland | 235,380 | 131 | 0.0% |
Nord-Trøndelag | 130,708 | 104 | 0.0% |
Finnmark | 72,492 | 81 | 0.1% |
Sogn og Fjordane | 106,457 | 40 | 0.0% |
County | Total population | Buddhist population | Percent buddhist |
---|---|---|---|
Eastern Norway | 2,397,359 | 8,137 | 0.3% |
Western Norway | 1,245,439 | 2,082 | 0.1% |
Trøndelag | 417,437 | 905 | 0.2% |
Southern Norway | 275,592 | 739 | 0.2% |
Northern Norway | 463,425 | 389 | 0.0% |
Year | Buddhists | Percent |
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1990 | 3,012 | 0.07% |
2000 | 7,031 | 0.16% |
2005 | 9,471 | 0.20% |
2010 | 13,376 | 0.27% |