After Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, Norwegian Jews have experienced a drastic increase in harassment and hateful expressions. From graffiti with swastikas to stigmatizing symbols in public spaces, fear has grown, and many choose to hide their identity. A survey by NRK showed that 69 percent of Jews in Norway have experienced discomfort related to their Jewish background, and nearly 90 percent of those who wear visible Jewish symbols have become more cautious.

In Fear and Silence, Norwegian Jews share their experiences. Through powerful personal accounts, Tom Solstad and Henrik Beckheim reveal what it is like to be Jewish in Norway today—a time marked by fear, isolation, and inadequate support from authorities. This is an important book about the rising antisemitism in Norway and how we, as a society, engage with our Jewish minority.