Not really; in addition to the religious connotation it also has a wider meaning that makes its use in this context very appropriate. For example, a birthday party is a ritual.
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Not really; in addition to the religious connotation it also has a wider meaning that makes its use in this context very appropriate. For example, a birthday party is a ritual.
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