The Rebbetzin of Finland: Why We're So Happy Here

I'm an American and I was taught that people exiting an elevator, building, etc. go first because there needs to be room for the people entering. Reply

I spent 4 years in North Pole Alaska in a log cabin with all those long nights and short Summers So found this a really fun interview. Loved that children are required to be outdoors for hours and are encouraged to play in the Mud and build with sticks.Thank you for this happy Ray of light! Reply

This was enjoyable to listen to. Thank you.

I had the pleasure of visiting Finland several times. Very clean, clear nature. Unique. Beautiful.

I also stayed for a short time in Vyborg, a place at times a part of Russia, and at times a part of Finland. (Very Russian, now.)

I found Israel the most peaceful to my soul, and a place of completion for me; and, being there taught me great insights about the whole world, and personally for my soul; and, despite palpable tension. My first Shabbat, profound quiet, unlike experienced anywhere else on earth.

I honestly feel blessed for the many places I have been blessed to visit. I really wonder of this: Why My God took this simple, shy, home and religion and family-oriented person, and brought them to so many places on this earth.

It is important to remember Tzemach Tedek personally helped the Cantonists to remain Jewish, and marry Jewish, and to rescue by paying money.

Thank you for sharing your life and story.

Stay safe, and be well. Reply

According to Wikipedia, since data collection began in 2008, incidents of antisemitism have been on the rise in Finland. The number of incidents are likely under-reported as Finland does not account for specific forms of hate speech that incite violence or hatred.

There’s only 1800 Jew’s in Finland. Helsinki (80% of the Finnish Jewish community), Turku (13%), Tampere (3%) Respectively.

Languages spoken are Finnish, Swedish, Hebrew, Yiddish, German, & Russian.

Only Ashkenazi Jews: notably Russian Jews, and Ukrainian Jews live in Finland.

Personally, I couldn’t imagine living life without Italkim, Mizrachi and Sephardim who brings richness in a variety of ways to our culture.

I could never be happy leaving out the remaining Jewish cultures. Reply

On my way to Finland.. Yes! Reply

I'm happy that Jews are safe in Finland but the thought of cradle-to-grave, courtesy of the government, horrifies me. Obviously, YMMV. Not much incentive to earn. Reply

Great interview! It makes me want to go to Finland! Reply