Blasphemy Day

International Blasphemy Day encourages individuals and groups to openly express criticism of religion and blasphemy laws. It was founded in 2009 by the Center for Inquiry.^[1] A student contacted the Center for Inquiry in Amherst, New York to present the idea, which CFI then supported. Ronald Lindsay, president and CEO of the Center for Inquiry said regarding Blasphemy Day, 'We think religious beliefs should be subject to examination and criticism just as political beliefs are, but we have a taboo on religion,' in an interview with CNN.^[2]

Events worldwide on the first annual Blasphemy Day in 2009 included an art exhibit in Washington, DC and a free speech festival in Los Angeles.

More Details...
All details taken directly from provider content at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blasphemy_Day

Baked Alaska Day

Thank you, American physicist Mr. Benjamin Thompson, for discovering how to make meringue back in the early 1800’s! For meringue is a key component of Baked Alaska, the spotlighted dish being celebrated on Baked Alaska Day!Baked Alaska is made by placing slices of sponge cake in the bottom of a pie pan, filling it with […]

King Tut Day

When : Always November 4th King Tut Day celebrates the date of the discovery of King Tutankhamen's Tomb. Over 3,000 years ago, King Tutankhamen became the King of Egypt at the age of 9. He died at the age of 19. He is commonly called ""King Tut"". The tomb of Egypt's ""child king"" was discovered […]

Ratcatcher’s Day

**Ratcatcher's Day**, observed on **July 22**, commemorates the legendary Pied Piper of Hamelin and honors the historic profession of rat-catching. This day highlights the fascinating tale from 1284, where the Piper rid the town of Hamelin of its rat infestation but, due to unpaid dues, later led the town's children away. Ratcatcher's Day not only celebrates the folklore but also acknowledges the crucial role rat-catchers played in medieval times, protecting towns from pests and disease. It's a unique holiday that invites us to reflect on the intriguing blend of history and legend.

Weatherperson’s Day

National Weatherperson's Day, also known as National Weatherman's Day, is observed on February 5 primarily in the United States.[1] It recognizes individuals in the fields of meteorology, weather forecasting and broadcast meteorology, as well as volunteer storm spotters and observers. It is observed on the birthday of John Jeffries, one of the United States' first […]

Blasphemy Day

Blasphemy Day

Share this:

Related