A Nativity scene displayed at the U.S. Capitol on Dec. 10, featuring scripture reading, prayer, and Christmas carols, signifies a significant step towards the restoration of religious expression in public life. This event, led by Rev. Patrick Mahoney of the Christian Defense Coalition, highlights the enduring significance of Christmas in American culture and the nation's rich spiritual heritage. The display comes after decades of courts ruling against religious symbols in public spaces, often citing the First Amendment. However, recent legal victories have paved the way for the return of faith-based expressions, with Mahoney's successful effort allowing the Capitol steps to be used as a public forum.
Imagine attending a party to celebrate someone, only to find the room filled with decorations and pictures of everyone but the honoree. Strange, right? That’s how I feel when I seeevents or displays with no mention of Jesus or a Nativity. The birth of Jesus is the very reason for Christmas, so excluding him from public celebrations feels both illogical and misleading.
Sadly, for decades, cities and towns purged their public squares of religious symbols even at Christmas at the behest of the “offended observer,” or anyone holding a grudge against religion. As such, too often, courts ruled indiscriminately that even a Christmas display of Christ on public property somehow conflicted with the First Amendment’s prohibition against the establishment of a religion.
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