Religious Symbols
/ˈrɛlɪdʒəs ˈsɪmbəlz/
Definitions
- (n. pl.) Objects, images, or gestures that represent religious beliefs or identities, often subject to regulation under laws concerning freedom of religion, discrimination, and public display.
The court upheld the right to wear religious symbols at work under anti-discrimination laws.
Forms
- religious symbol
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Commentary
Legal treatment of religious symbols often hinges on balancing religious freedom with public order and anti-discrimination concerns.
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