Tattoos have a long and complex history among Christians. Various sources claim that some early Christians may have tattooed themselves with symbols of their faith – including crosses and fish. Some say that tattoos may have been used to convert pagan tribes to Christianity, as tattooing was already an important part of their culture. Crusaders Read More

In October of 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a lawsuit against a recruiting agency – claiming that the organization had rejected an applicant due to religious discrimination. This case seems to stem from the applicant’s desire to attend prayer services in the middle of a workday – and it could prove to Read More

In April of 2024, Florida gave school districts the right to create their own volunteer school chaplain programs. This is part of Florida HB 931, a broad bill aimed at improving student mental health. One aspect of this overall plan is the widespread implementation of chaplains. However, this is not mandatory for school districts. Despite Read More

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is always keeping an eye out for signs of religious discrimination in the United States. Some of the lawsuits they file against employers can be quite instructive, and they illustrate when and how this discrimination may occur. Of course, religious discrimination is only one example of a Civil Rights Read More

The Satanic Temple is a puzzling entity, one that repeatedly challenges common conceptions about devil worship, religious freedom, and the United States Constitution. While many assume that this religious organization openly worships evil, many Satanists insist that their faith revolves around critical thinking and free speech. A recent lawsuit in Boston sheds further light on Read More

For thousands of years, Sunday has enjoyed a special significance in Western societies. According to various religious teachings, the Earth itself was created on a Sunday. What does this mean for workers in the United States? Do all workers receive Sundays off? What happens when your employer attempts to force you to work on a Read More

For the entirety of human civilization, people have been voicing various opinions about beards. The people of Ancient Mesopotamia clearly had an affinity for beards – and various carvings highlight this with clarity. However, some Sumerians eventually started shaving – and the trend continued into Egypt and Ancient Rome. The Romans were the first to Read More

Believe it or not, there are still many countries with draconian religious restrictions in 2023. Many US residents may be completely unaware of these restrictions. While this might not be an issue if residents choose to stay in the United States, traveling while following one’s faith could prove problematic under certain circumstances and in certain nations. But Read More

People in the United States must be careful about retaliating against each other purely on the grounds of religion. Although it might seem like some religious views are “evil” or “wrong,” the Constitution specifically protects freedom of speech and freedom of religion. Discrimination is also unlawful in many situations, and it is all too easy Read More

You may recall that just a few weeks ago the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of a postal worker who was apparently forced to work on Sundays – despite his religious views. This case has the potential to mark a significant change in US employment law, and the verdict could send shockwaves Read More