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American who are Jewish usually celebrate the Jewish holidays, while most other Americans do not. In the same way, Americans who are Muslim usually celebrate the Islamic holidays, while most other Americans do not. In areas with large Jewish populations, it makes sense for employers and schools to simply give the day off to all of their workers and students since having only half-a-workforce in the office or half of the students in half of the classrooms is not very effective.
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What 3 important military holidays do Americans celebrate?
Armed Forces Day, Labor Day and Veterans Day
What other holidays do Jews celebrate?
They did.
What country has a religion of judaism?
There are Jews in many countries, but the only nation which is officially Jewish is Israel. Israel is a secular democracy, where citizens of all faiths have equal rights, but the national holidays, for instance, celebrate the Jewish festivals. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
What holidays does Albania celebrate?
Albanians celebrate all kinds of holidays. There it does not matter the religion. Muslims celebrate Christmas and Christians celebrate Ramadan for example. There is a very good harmony between the two religions. The holidays are the same. See the Related Link below for a good list:
Who celebrates independence day?
americans celebrate Independence Day
What religious groups celebrate hanukkah?
Hanukkah is a Jewish celebration:http://judaism.answers.com/jewish-holidays/hanukkah
Is Harry Potter Jewish?
Religion isn't part of Harry Potter but considering he doesn't celebrate Jewish holidays then probably not.
Is Harry Jewish?
Religion isn't part of Harry Potter but considering he doesn't celebrate Jewish holidays then probably not.
What are some holidays they celebrate in India that are different in the US?
Indians celebrate Deepavali, while Americans don't...
What holiday a gentile does not celebrate?
A gentile is someone who is not Jewish; therefore, a gentile does not celebrate the Jewish holidays such as Hannukah, Rosh Hashannah, etc.
Do Americans celebrate Christmas or do you all celebrate Hanukkah?
The vast majority of Americans celebrate Christmas. A majority of Americans belong to Christian denominations. Only the Jewish minority of about 6 million people celebrate Hanukkah.
How do you get your mom to celebrate Hanukkah when she is not Jewish?
You shouldn't press anyone to celebrate unfamiliar holidays. But if you can celebrate Hanukkah in their presence, and maybe teach them about the history and reasons behind it.
Do people in Paris celebrate US holidays?
The people in Paris are French and celebrate French holidays, not US holidays. There are some holidays, like Christmas, that are common to both countries, although the common means of celebrating them may differ. Some Americans who are in Paris at the time of an American holiday like Independence Day, may celebrate that day with other Americans or with some of their French friends.
How many religious holidays are there per year?
With there being over 12 popular religion and as many as 42000 recognized religions, each religion has its own recognized holidays. Most Americans and Canadians celebrate Easter and Christmas as religious holidays. But other religions such as Jewish have there own set of holidays like Hanuka and Kwanza.
Does Adam Lambert celebrate Christmas?
Adam Lambert is Jewish, therefore he does not celebrate Christmas. Because of this he celebrates the holidays, not the specific holiday, Christmas.
Do french people celebrate holidays that Americans don't?
No I'm pretty sure that they don't.
Do Jewish Americans celebrate Ramadan?
No, they don't. Ramadan is part of Islam, not Judaism, so no Jews celebrate it.
