I had no Idea who these people were. Found out from a genetic test that I share DNA, and even distant relatives with these folks. Relatives in my family just said we were part Indian (not true) to explain the Asian features. These vids are helping me catch up on my heritage.
Me too @Charlie Tallman 😊✌ Got a bit surprised in the good sense, when I got the 'My Heritage' answer back! 😁😄 99 percent Norse DNA (no surprise), but 1 percent Sami blood in me from my father's side... It's quite cool that these DNA kit's can tell lineages so many thousand years back! My father's side of the family had pitch black hair and very green eyes, even though I thought they where all a kind of "inbred" Norsemen. 😅😆✌ I lost my father in 2018, but inherited some of his Sami rain deer hide cleaner tools.... I had forgotten about these things, but then I remembered him talking a lot about visiting the Sami people as a young boy. These tales seemed a bit magic to both him and me...
@@emilysbunny5659 Sápmi (Northern Sami: [ˈsapmi],[1] Lule Sami: Sábme / Sámeednam, Southern Sami: Saepmie, Ume Sami: Sábmie, Inari Sami: Säämi, Skolt Sami: Sääʹmjânnam) is the cultural region traditionally inhabited by the Sámi people. Sápmi is in Northern Europe and includes the northern parts of Fennoscandia.
The Sámi people are an Indigenous group native to the northern regions of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia's Kola Peninsula. Their culture, language, and traditions are unique and offer insights into the diverse ways of life in the Arctic. Understanding the Sámi involves recognizing several key points: 1. **Cultural Heritage**: The Sámi have a rich cultural heritage that includes traditional music (like joik), distinctive clothing (such as gákti), and a deep connection to the land and nature, which is central to their identity. 2. **Languages**: The Sámi languages, part of the Uralic language family, consist of several languages and dialects. These languages are vital for the preservation of Sámi culture and are being actively revitalized in some areas. 3. **Traditional Livelihoods**: Reindeer herding is a cornerstone of Sámi culture and economy, although many Sámi also engage in fishing, hunting, and crafts. The herding practices are deeply tied to their identity and way of life. 4. **Rights and Recognition**: The Sámi people have been fighting for their rights, including land rights, cultural preservation, and recognition as an Indigenous people. International agreements, like the ILO Convention No. 169 and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, support their rights. 5. **Contemporary Issues**: Today, the Sámi face challenges related to climate change, resource extraction, and assimilation pressures. These issues threaten their traditional ways of life, and many Sámi are actively working to assert their rights and promote sustainable practices. 6. **Art and Expression**: The Sámi have a vibrant artistic community that expresses their culture through various mediums, including visual arts, music, and literature. This artistic expression is a way to share their stories and keep their traditions alive. Understanding "why Sámi" involves appreciating their unique cultural contributions, recognizing their struggles, and supporting their rights and heritage in a modern context.
My DNA test showed I (and my extended family who also got tested) are part SAMI! We live in the USA, but we now know that there are many SAMI people in other parts of the world. This and other videos has helped us learn about our "people" across the water. Now I understand why I have never been able to handle hot humid weather! ;)
I didn't inherit the dna from my parents, were mixed, I did inherit the other factors that are in mixed people though, siberian, slavic, Norwegian (ancient dna testing not ancestry.com test) and I have family lore and some clues in paperwork through family tree work.. I have no idea where to get started to learn about finding more 🤦 any one of yourself got any tips at all? I can't claim as if isnt recent provable ancestry, its older but I still wanna know who gave me and my children life and will always advocate for Såmi culture and oppression to stop.. maybe one day I can visit Sapmi to connect by touching the ground and seeing the northern lights.. feel the ancestors rather than try claim them.. I don't think im culturally allowed to claim anything.. I dunno if u can tell but I don't know how to navigate this and want to be as respectful as possible as an outsider.
Reindeer herding is indeed an integral part of Sámi culture and economy, particularly in the Arctic regions of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. The Sámi people have a deep-rooted connection to reindeer, which provides not only a source of livelihood but also plays a significant role in their cultural identity and traditions. ### Economic Significance: 1. **Livelihood**: Reindeer herding is a primary source of income for many Sámi families. The animals provide meat, hides, and antlers, which are vital for subsistence and commercial purposes. 2. **Sustainable Practices**: Sámi herders often practice sustainable land management. They move their reindeer according to the seasons and the availability of resources, which helps maintain ecological balance. 3. **Tourism**: The unique cultural practices associated with reindeer herding have also become a significant aspect of tourism, attracting visitors interested in Sámi culture and experiential activities like reindeer sledding. ### Cultural Importance: 1. **Identity and Tradition**: Reindeer herding is not just an economic activity but a cultural cornerstone for the Sámi. It encompasses traditional practices, communal gatherings, and a way of life that has been passed down through generations. 2. **Spiritual Connection**: The Sámi people have a spiritual relationship with nature and their animals. Reindeer are often seen as part of a broader ecological and spiritual system. 3. **Art and Craft**: Many Sámi crafts, clothing, and art forms are directly related to reindeer herding, showcasing their heritage and craftsmanship. ### Challenges: While reindeer herding remains a vital aspect of Sámi life, it also faces challenges, including climate change, land use conflicts, and government policies that can threaten traditional practices. Environmental changes can affect migration patterns of reindeer, and competition with other land uses can restrict herding grounds. The resilience of Sámi culture is evident as many communities advocate for their rights and work to adapt to changing circumstances while preserving their unique heritage.
These people live in the north of Norway, Sweden and Finland. I don’t exactly know how many they are but from where I lived they where probably 22 000 people.
Mannen min er norsk samer, fra Norges fjerne nord. Barna våre er en kombinasjon av norske samer og indere. Disse samiske sangene er like vakre og meningsfulle som mine innfødte hawaiiske sanger om vårt land og vårt folk. My husband is a Norwegian Sami, from Norge's far north. Our children are a combination of Norwegian Sami and Native Hawaiian. These Sami songs are as beautiful and meaningful as my Native Hawaiian songs about our land and people.
Sami are native Europeans, sure, but so are Finns, Swedes, Norwegians, Russians, etc. The ancestors of the Sámi came here to the north some four, five thousand years ago, from the Volga region in the modern day Russia. So, they have similar history as the other native European peoples. All of us came here some thousands of years ago from Asia. Mostly from the Middle-East, some through the Balkans route or through the Caucasus route, some through the longer detour of going first to Central or East Asia and then turning westwards and passing Siberia/Russia to finally arrive to Europe.
@@AnnaMarianne While true it still means that the Swedes, Finns, Norwegians and Russians should hand over a large part of land to the Sami to allow them to form their own nation.
My former relatives were vikings from Sweden. I am happy and proud that my roots are nordic. That maybe explain why I want to travel to Scandinavia since I am a child and not to warm or hot countries with crowded beaches...
You do know that you having "viking" DNA means that you are the descendant of rapists and plundering raiders I find the glorification of the norse culture to be disgusting as the truth is far different and needs to be told so that people stop glorifying them.
GERMANICWARROR your name does not match your comment, "germanic warriors" like swedish, norwegian crusaders, as well as the old vikings, norse civilisation considered sami and the finnish to be inferior and uncivilised, which probably where the modern mistreatment of samis by scandnavian governments stems from, the sami villagers/nomads occupy resourceful land useful to scandinavian governments which require eviction or defforestation of these ppl, so yes this causes clashes between government and local sami populations i suppose.
Troll King Why is that? Did or did not the north germanic people got executed,tortured,hunted by christians? Only some hundred years earlyer? And can you not be half same,half germanic? You need to read som history man...
Troll King Before christianity,the northmen did NOT see the sami popolation as anything but equal. Please don't spread lies. In old norse religion for example 'Völund' was a same. And the god Thor was very popular by some sami people. And sami had always good relationship with the norse people by trade,business,similar culture,religion and more.
My mother was a Lapp-native and I was born in UK - no history at all of Lapps in the UK - I feel so alienated and yet people look at my facial features assuming I must be Polish ect, yet absoloutely not. I recall seeing my grandparents at 2 years old and the Yurt they lived in - my mother spoke native Lapp and I spoke it until age 16.
Am I right in thinking a famous father Christmas film, nd actually all of them are derogative towards Såmi culture ?? Im thinking of the one where there's a homeless kid in new York and an elf leaves the workshop to make a toy company more profitable?? Cus the more I educate myself on my ancestors culture and lands (Sapmi) the more I see a pattern from the rich colours in the clothing and art work.. or am i being paranoid?
Wierd how all current Sami looks nothing like Sami people did from the invention of the camera up untill 1900 or so...... its almost like if they are just germanic individuals who wants a special identity and special legal protection for their amish style nonsense...
@Amalie Olsdatter Yes, that is why it's basically a scam. Their claim is that they should have separate special rights since they are a "native people" which is political segrigation for starters. Furthermore their standard for being a decendent of this supposed "native people" is that you feel like you are and you claim that sami language is spoken in your home. Am I as a 180cm white man pygmy if i identify as one and learn to speak their language? And am I then also entitled to claim hunting rights and right to land in Cameroon?
@@samuelskogqvist5565 weird? They're showing that they're proud of their culture that their ancestors have been protecting for decades and that's exactly what they're supposed to do: not being ashamed of something they love. They don't dress up like that always, they're literally normal people... And if you think that "normal" is only how most of the Europeans and Americans dress up, then you're absolutely uncultured little piece of shit and you really should go back to the school or at least wake up from the dream you're clearly trying to live in. Please.
Min farmor var same och hennes föräldrar. Så lite sameblod finns i mina ådror och det är jag stolt över! Tack för jättehärligt klipp.
I had no Idea who these people were. Found out from a genetic test that I share DNA, and even distant relatives with these folks. Relatives in my family just said we were part Indian (not true) to explain the Asian features. These vids are helping me catch up on my heritage.
Charlie Tallman Well the ancestors of all Native American people can trace their lineage back to one Siberian woman and a South East Asian man...
Me too @Charlie Tallman 😊✌ Got a bit surprised in the good sense, when I got the 'My Heritage' answer back! 😁😄 99 percent Norse DNA (no surprise), but 1 percent Sami blood in me from my father's side... It's quite cool that these DNA kit's can tell lineages so many thousand years back! My father's side of the family had pitch black hair and very green eyes, even though I thought they where all a kind of "inbred" Norsemen. 😅😆✌ I lost my father in 2018, but inherited some of his Sami rain deer hide cleaner tools.... I had forgotten about these things, but then I remembered him talking a lot about visiting the Sami people as a young boy. These tales seemed a bit magic to both him and me...
I found out I'm mainly Saami on my mothers side. My mum looks Sami. I am so proud of my heritage and want to go to Sapmi one day.
Nize!
i can make that happen
Going to Sapmi... Sapmi is not a place
@@emilysbunny5659 Sápmi (Northern Sami: [ˈsapmi],[1] Lule Sami: Sábme / Sámeednam, Southern Sami: Saepmie, Ume Sami: Sábmie, Inari Sami: Säämi, Skolt Sami: Sääʹmjânnam) is the cultural region traditionally inhabited by the Sámi people. Sápmi is in Northern Europe and includes the northern parts of Fennoscandia.
The Sámi people are an Indigenous group native to the northern regions of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia's Kola Peninsula. Their culture, language, and traditions are unique and offer insights into the diverse ways of life in the Arctic. Understanding the Sámi involves recognizing several key points:
1. **Cultural Heritage**: The Sámi have a rich cultural heritage that includes traditional music (like joik), distinctive clothing (such as gákti), and a deep connection to the land and nature, which is central to their identity.
2. **Languages**: The Sámi languages, part of the Uralic language family, consist of several languages and dialects. These languages are vital for the preservation of Sámi culture and are being actively revitalized in some areas.
3. **Traditional Livelihoods**: Reindeer herding is a cornerstone of Sámi culture and economy, although many Sámi also engage in fishing, hunting, and crafts. The herding practices are deeply tied to their identity and way of life.
4. **Rights and Recognition**: The Sámi people have been fighting for their rights, including land rights, cultural preservation, and recognition as an Indigenous people. International agreements, like the ILO Convention No. 169 and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, support their rights.
5. **Contemporary Issues**: Today, the Sámi face challenges related to climate change, resource extraction, and assimilation pressures. These issues threaten their traditional ways of life, and many Sámi are actively working to assert their rights and promote sustainable practices.
6. **Art and Expression**: The Sámi have a vibrant artistic community that expresses their culture through various mediums, including visual arts, music, and literature. This artistic expression is a way to share their stories and keep their traditions alive.
Understanding "why Sámi" involves appreciating their unique cultural contributions, recognizing their struggles, and supporting their rights and heritage in a modern context.
My DNA test showed I (and my extended family who also got tested) are part SAMI! We live in the USA, but we now know that there are many SAMI people in other parts of the world. This and other videos has helped us learn about our "people" across the water. Now I understand why I have never been able to handle hot humid weather! ;)
I didn't inherit the dna from my parents, were mixed, I did inherit the other factors that are in mixed people though, siberian, slavic, Norwegian (ancient dna testing not ancestry.com test) and I have family lore and some clues in paperwork through family tree work.. I have no idea where to get started to learn about finding more 🤦 any one of yourself got any tips at all? I can't claim as if isnt recent provable ancestry, its older but I still wanna know who gave me and my children life and will always advocate for Såmi culture and oppression to stop.. maybe one day I can visit Sapmi to connect by touching the ground and seeing the northern lights.. feel the ancestors rather than try claim them.. I don't think im culturally allowed to claim anything.. I dunno if u can tell but I don't know how to navigate this and want to be as respectful as possible as an outsider.
@@celticrealms7413
> I didn't inherit the dna from my parents
Yes, you did lol
Reindeer herding is indeed an integral part of Sámi culture and economy, particularly in the Arctic regions of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. The Sámi people have a deep-rooted connection to reindeer, which provides not only a source of livelihood but also plays a significant role in their cultural identity and traditions.
### Economic Significance:
1. **Livelihood**: Reindeer herding is a primary source of income for many Sámi families. The animals provide meat, hides, and antlers, which are vital for subsistence and commercial purposes.
2. **Sustainable Practices**: Sámi herders often practice sustainable land management. They move their reindeer according to the seasons and the availability of resources, which helps maintain ecological balance.
3. **Tourism**: The unique cultural practices associated with reindeer herding have also become a significant aspect of tourism, attracting visitors interested in Sámi culture and experiential activities like reindeer sledding.
### Cultural Importance:
1. **Identity and Tradition**: Reindeer herding is not just an economic activity but a cultural cornerstone for the Sámi. It encompasses traditional practices, communal gatherings, and a way of life that has been passed down through generations.
2. **Spiritual Connection**: The Sámi people have a spiritual relationship with nature and their animals. Reindeer are often seen as part of a broader ecological and spiritual system.
3. **Art and Craft**: Many Sámi crafts, clothing, and art forms are directly related to reindeer herding, showcasing their heritage and craftsmanship.
### Challenges:
While reindeer herding remains a vital aspect of Sámi life, it also faces challenges, including climate change, land use conflicts, and government policies that can threaten traditional practices. Environmental changes can affect migration patterns of reindeer, and competition with other land uses can restrict herding grounds.
The resilience of Sámi culture is evident as many communities advocate for their rights and work to adapt to changing circumstances while preserving their unique heritage.
Greetings from Louisiana,USA
I lived with Sami people for 4 years and I learned so much about their culture.
Are they screaming... Or singing?
Is like lalalalala..?
Do they only live in Norway?
How much ppl are they?
They are singing الاميرة سمو
These people live in the north of Norway, Sweden and Finland. I don’t exactly know how many they are but from where I lived they where probably 22 000 people.
Norway, 50.000. In Sweden 20.000, in Finland 6.000 and in Russia 1.800
Sámi culture must be preserved at all cost. Love from a Slav!
Long live the Sami people 🤗
atomicsnowflake , Wish I could have been born SAMMI. Sammi people should protect their land with their lives. Piss on the government
I am frome Sápmi
@@stevevarsi 🙂 💙 🦌
atomicsnowflake hi
Steve again Varsi
Greetings from Hungary :)
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That life looks beautiful.
Fantastic video, thank you so much ❤
Their clothes are so beautiful and colorful 💙❤️
A beautiful culture!!! May the Sami prevail forever! 💕
Reindeers are stunningly gorgeous 😗😗😗😗😗😗!
Beautiful reindeer! 😍🦌😍
Nei
TY so much, wonderful!
Mannen min er norsk samer, fra Norges fjerne nord. Barna våre er en kombinasjon av norske samer og indere. Disse samiske sangene er like vakre og meningsfulle som mine innfødte hawaiiske sanger om vårt land og vårt folk.
My husband is a Norwegian Sami, from Norge's far north. Our children are a combination of Norwegian Sami and Native Hawaiian. These Sami songs are as beautiful and meaningful as my Native Hawaiian songs about our land and people.
I am Sami
DiamondHead AmIEvil Mun maid lean!🥰
DiamondHead AmIEvil no bures bures, dien cappas gal in fas dieđe🤷♀️
DiamondHead AmIEvil ”well hello hello, not so sure about being beautiful” 🤗
DiamondHead AmIEvil oohh thanks! that is very sweet of you 🥺
DiamondHead AmIEvil ooohh i have been to tromsø few times! it’s such a beautiful small city😍
Wow
I Love this videos
Feeling so proud about those wonderful native Europeans.
Sami are native Europeans, sure, but so are Finns, Swedes, Norwegians, Russians, etc. The ancestors of the Sámi came here to the north some four, five thousand years ago, from the Volga region in the modern day Russia. So, they have similar history as the other native European peoples. All of us came here some thousands of years ago from Asia. Mostly from the Middle-East, some through the Balkans route or through the Caucasus route, some through the longer detour of going first to Central or East Asia and then turning westwards and passing Siberia/Russia to finally arrive to Europe.
@@AnnaMarianne While true it still means that the Swedes, Finns, Norwegians and Russians should hand over a large part of land to the Sami to allow them to form their own nation.
I Wanna Live In Sámi As An Finn😄
Keep posting
Beauty ful, I like it 👍👍👍.
الحياة و الحرية و الأرض الحرة للشعب الأصلية ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I want to visit someday ^_^
i am sami. bures. (hello)
Dina Nesje bures bures
Maid don leat bargamin?
bures bures! mo dus manná?
Nei
Ka søren, jeg kommenterte ikke det der, jeg kan ikke samisk
Fantastisk
My former relatives were vikings from Sweden. I am happy and proud that my roots are nordic. That maybe explain why I want to travel to Scandinavia since I am a child and not to warm or hot countries with crowded beaches...
how do you know they were vikings? i live in Sweden ,was born here,,did a dna test but no one can tell if you got viking in you
You do know that you having "viking" DNA means that you are the descendant of rapists and plundering raiders I find the glorification of the norse culture to be disgusting as the truth is far different and needs to be told so that people stop glorifying them.
Vikings were raiders pillagers and barbaric bloodthirsty idiots and sadly the modern nations have continued that tradition.
Thankful people = nice people :)
I had socks as mittens I love this video
God bless us Inari checking in
Is the sami ppl only in Norway?
How much are they?
Norway, Sweden and Finland, the most northen part
@@jainamaden156 thank you 😊
Even in russia
@@jainamaden156 and russia
@@vallmo2896 I would say even in the Baltic countries they share similarities, such as estonia
i wish i was Sami (^_^() Grate vid how can folk not love the Sami its to bad how the government of Sweden treats there Sami folk
GERMANICWARROR your name does not match your comment, "germanic warriors" like swedish, norwegian crusaders, as well as the old vikings, norse civilisation considered sami and the finnish to be inferior and uncivilised, which probably where the modern mistreatment of samis by scandnavian governments stems from, the sami villagers/nomads occupy resourceful land useful to scandinavian governments which require eviction or defforestation of these ppl, so yes this causes clashes between government and local sami populations i suppose.
Troll King Why is that? Did or did not the north germanic people got executed,tortured,hunted by christians? Only some hundred years earlyer? And can you not be half same,half germanic? You need to read som history man...
Troll King Before christianity,the northmen did NOT see the sami popolation as anything but equal. Please don't spread lies. In old norse religion for example 'Völund' was a same. And the god Thor was very popular by some sami people. And sami had always good relationship with the norse people by trade,business,similar culture,religion and more.
i hate immigrants
@Truth & Justice Would never fucking work, maybe you should. :)
Wonder where the magic tales of Father Christmas got their inspiration from in the Nordics? 😏🥰🙏
O my distant cousins yes!!!
Distant cousins who diverged thousands of years ago, some tribes went West other tribes went East and crossed the Bering sea and here you are.
Is there someone to teach me??? 2017
2019
Epic love
My mother was a Lapp-native and I was born in UK - no history at all of Lapps in the UK - I feel so alienated and yet people look at my facial features assuming I must be Polish ect, yet absoloutely not. I recall seeing my grandparents at 2 years old and the Yurt they lived in - my mother spoke native Lapp and I spoke it until age 16.
What’s wrong with Polish people? And by the way we r very attractive so it’s a complement to be called Polish! I feel offended
hi
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Am I right in thinking a famous father Christmas film, nd actually all of them are derogative towards Såmi culture ?? Im thinking of the one where there's a homeless kid in new York and an elf leaves the workshop to make a toy company more profitable?? Cus the more I educate myself on my ancestors culture and lands (Sapmi) the more I see a pattern from the rich colours in the clothing and art work.. or am i being paranoid?
Hi
I wish I could be Sami. I know that it takes a lot of work what they do, but I wouldn’t mind doing it if I could do it with them.
You would regret that shit real quick.
Hei, you can absolutely do sámi craft without being sámi. I am Sámi and some of the crafts can be quite simple to make
Samuel Skogqvist if i would be you’re farger i would regret having you. you should be ashamed of yourself
They don't work with reindeers that often.
it okey but itss beterr with a house
💀
Bures
goofy ahh clothes
Wierd how all current Sami looks nothing like Sami people did from the invention of the camera up untill 1900 or so...... its almost like if they are just germanic individuals who wants a special identity and special legal protection for their amish style nonsense...
@þrúðr J Their claim to special leagal rights is pretty much based on the being a distinctly homogeneous group.
@Amalie Olsdatter Yes, that is why it's basically a scam. Their claim is that they should have separate special rights since they are a "native people" which is political segrigation for starters. Furthermore their standard for being a decendent of this supposed "native people" is that you feel like you are and you claim that sami language is spoken in your home.
Am I as a 180cm white man pygmy if i identify as one and learn to speak their language? And am I then also entitled to claim hunting rights and right to land in Cameroon?
yuck, weird ppl.
@ Raymond reddington Go fuck yourself!!!
Damn right they are weird. Just look at their clothes.
Samuel Skogqvist i think you were a accident, you dont own respect
Raymond reddington, At least they don't have their heads stuck up some Royals ass
@@samuelskogqvist5565 weird? They're showing that they're proud of their culture that their ancestors have been protecting for decades and that's exactly what they're supposed to do: not being ashamed of something they love. They don't dress up like that always, they're literally normal people... And if you think that "normal" is only how most of the Europeans and Americans dress up, then you're absolutely uncultured little piece of shit and you really should go back to the school or at least wake up from the dream you're clearly trying to live in. Please.