Lesson 9: Freedom of Religion Flashcards
1
Q
Establishment Clause/Freedom of Religion
A
The First Amendment to the Constitution provides that Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.
2
Q
Lemon Test
A
A government action, in order to not violate the establishment clause, must:
1) Have a secular purpose
2) Have as its primary effect neither the advancement nor inhibition of religion; and
3) Not result in excessive governmental entanglement in religion.
3
Q
Rule of Employment Div. v. Smith
A
An individual’s religious beliefs do not excuse noncompliance with an otherwise valid law which is religiously-neutral and of general applicability and which prohibits conduct which the state is free to regulate.
