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From Jerusalem to Uppsala: Why Sweden rejected paganism for Christianity
The reign of Swedish King Olof Skötkonung was a historical pivot for the nascent Scandinavian kingdom that saw the transition from pagan beliefs to the worship of the new Christian religion. Why did Sweden reject the old gods for Jesus, and who benefitted from this spiritual paradigm shift?2 years ago — Partner content -
Untangling the myth of Eric IX: Sweden's crusader king
Eric IX was the sole founder of a royal dynasty that ruled Sweden for over a century. He was known for his strong personality and his dedication to spreading Christianity both within Sweden and abroad, earning him canonization and the title of Sweden's Viking Saint.2 years ago — Partner content
