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Why Czechs love Christmas but avoid Church: the paradox explained

Why Czechs love Christmas but avoid Church: the paradox explained

Update: 2025-12-06
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Czechs embrace the Christmas season with enthusiasm, but long-term statistics show that church attendance in Czechia is among the lowest in Europe. In this episode of Czechast, we explore why these two realities coexist — and where the roots of this paradox lie. Religion editor Adam Šindelář offers historical context and insight into Czech attitudes toward faith, tradition and spirituality.
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Why Czechs love Christmas but avoid Church: the paradox explained

Why Czechs love Christmas but avoid Church: the paradox explained