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Originally Posted by blankall
Tradition with religious roots. And it depends on how you define "religious". Some people would argue that it requires a belief in a higher power. Others would say merely taking part in the ceremony is enough. Religion is after all just a belief system with an associated set of ceremonies.
Basically, religion is not just about beliefs, it's also about customs. Atheists can chose to practice whatever customs they see fit. However, my response was directed at a post that said all people should have to practice Christmas, as it was no longer a religious holiday. That is false. Even the name "Christ mass" is religious in nature. It might not matter to an atheist, but to someone who practices a different religion, it does.
Once again, I could care less about the colour of Starbucks cups, but this was in reply to a poster stating everyone should practice Christmas.
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If it's a set of beliefs and a ceremony then we are back to Canada Day being a religious ceremony. My point is that no should water down the cultural celebration with happy holidays because if that offends people or you are concerned about offending people you should also treat Halloween and Canada Day in the same manner.