Profound Revelations: How an iGENEA DNA Test Remapped My Bloch Ancestry. (
Family name Bloch
Strange are the ways of DNA. Tracing the ancestry of my Bloch family through an iGENEA DNA test has led to unforeseen revelations and deeply meaningful personal discoveries. My understanding of my family history and myself has invariably changed in unexpected ways.
As a family history enthusiast, I recently undertook a DNA test at iGENEA to advance my understanding of my family’s past. Already having some knowledge about my ancestors with the surname 'Bloch', I was keen to extend my knowledge. My understanding forever changed as unexpected insights started to unveil.
My ancestors, the Blochs, were thought to have originated from Central Europe. However, the DNA test results painted a different picture, suggesting a strong link to the Nordic lands. This piqued my interest as there had been no previous indication of any connections with Scandinavian ancestry. This revelation challenged my pre-existing assumptions about my heritage and began an exploration into the migratory patterns of my ancestors. The discovery brought curiosity and a fascination with Scandinavian culture.
My self-understanding took another sharp turn when my DNA results achieved a probable link with Sephardic Jewish ancestry. It was a revelation that my Bloch forebears may have not been of Ashkenazi origin as the family had always thought, but of Mediterranean Sephardic lineage instead. This fascinating insight led me to explore Sephardic history and deepen my understanding of their bearing on the world.
The final shock came from the DNA test's findings on my matrilineal ancestry, which traced back to the indigenous Sami people of Scandinavia. The experience was humbling as I learned of the Sami's unique culture and history. It felt like finding a missing piece of a puzzle, one that I had not even expected.
The iGENEA DNA test has been an enlightening journey into my Bloch family ancestry. The revelations shocked and intrigued me, prompting me to further explore these unexpected chapters of my heritage. Understanding my roots has changed how I view my own identity, instilling me with a sense of respect and pride in my rich and diverse heritage. The DNA test results did not merely provide data; they reshaped my perception of who I am.
G. Bloch