Religion&Society

Happy Påske! The merry Easter holiday is almost upon us, as the fifth week in March is about to turn a corner. Easter is one of the biggest and most important religious holidays in Denmark, and it is easy to see just how important it is to Danish merrymakers. Shops and homes are decorated with brightly-colored eggs and vibrant daffodills, and there kitchens are abuzz with preparations for each family's Easter feast.

Vinayagar is a Hindu Temple located in Herninig, Denmark that offers a variety of services for those of the Hindu faith.  Pooja is offered on a daily basis and on special days and days with Pooja in the morning Abishekam is also offered. 

The good news is that these people from Thailand love living in this Nordic country. They have blended quite well in their community.

The Culture of Denmark has some general characteristics often associated with Danish society and everyday culture. Modesty, punctuality but above all equality are important aspects of the Danish way of life. Indeed, deliberate attempts to distinguish oneself from others may be viewed with hostility in line with Jante's Law a widely respected unofficial code of Scandinavian conduct.

On Christmas in Denmark mischievous elves called Julenisse can have their fun. These elves are said to live in the lofts of old farmhouses and enjoy playing jokes. The Julenisse wear woolen clothes, red bonnets, red stockings and white clogs. Families leave them a bowl of rice pudding or porridge on Christmas Eve to keep their jokes within limits.