[lit-ideas] A small insight into German political culture
- From: cblitid@xxxxxxxx
- To: lit-ideas@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Fri, 29 Mar 2013 11:16:06 +0100
Good Friday is a legal holiday in Germany as in many other countries;
this is not new or surprising to me.
However I was slightly taken aback to learn that the day is also
covered by specific laws with special restrictions - for example: on
dancing. These laws also forbid other entertainment events (including
sports) 'unless they promote intellectual and spiritual elevation or a
higher interest in art, science or national education and consider the
serious character of the day'. Theaters and operas also must take Good
Friday into account in their programs.
Do other countries also impose such restrictions on this day?
Chris Bruce,
Kiel, Germany
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