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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 family Catholic countries Catholic countries emphasize large extended families and multigenerational households with strong family ties and support. 8
2 birth control Catholic countries Religious teachings in Catholic countries create controversy around the use of birth control. 6
3 christmas Catholic countries Christmas is celebrated as a religious holiday in Catholic countries, honoring the birth of Jesus Christ with church services and nativity scenes. 5
4 rosary Catholic countries The rosary is a religious item commonly used for prayer and meditation in Catholic countries. 5
5 john paul ii Catholic countries John Paul II is a highly respected and influential leader in Catholic countries, known for his conservative views and extensive travels. 4
6 religious holidays Catholic countries In Catholic countries, Easter and Christmas are celebrated as major religious holidays with traditional rituals and processions. 4
7 alcohol consumption Catholic countries In Catholic countries, alcohol consumption, especially wine, holds religious and traditional importance, with an emphasis on moderation. 2
8 corpus christi Catholic countries Corpus Christi is celebrated with church services and processions in Catholic countries as a significant religious holiday. 2
9 family structure Catholic countries Catholic countries emphasize extended family and multigenerational households in their family structure. 2
10 funeral traditions Catholic countries Catholic countries have elaborate funeral ceremonies with wakes, processions, and religious rituals. 2
11 meals Catholic countries Communal Catholic meals in Catholic countries are important and feature structured, multi-course offerings with religious and traditional significance. 2
12 mealtime Catholic countries In Catholic countries, mealtime is characterized by long, leisurely meals with socializing and multiple courses. 2
13 priests Catholic countries In Catholic countries, priests are highly respected and central to religious ceremonies. 2
14 siesta Catholic countries In Catholic countries, siesta is a culturally accepted afternoon nap. 2
15 tattoos Catholic countries Tattoos are less common in Catholic countries due to religious beliefs and historical taboos. 2
16 traditional cuisine Catholic countries Religious traditions in Catholic countries influence traditional cuisine with practices such as eating fish on Fridays and fasting during Lent. 2
17 wedding traditions Catholic countries Wedding traditions in Catholic countries are heavily rooted in religious practices and customs. 2
18 abortion Catholic countries Abortion is highly controversial and often restricted or prohibited in Catholic countries due to religious beliefs. 1
19 attitudes towards alcohol Catholic countries Catholic countries may have cultural traditions and regulations related to alcohol consumption, such as restrictions during Lent. 1
20 bullfighting Catholic countries Bullfighting is a traditional and controversial sport in Catholic countries. 1
21 carnival Catholic countries Carnival is a lively annual event celebrated in Catholic countries, featuring colorful parades and festivities often tied to religious customs. 1
22 community Catholic countries Catholic countries have a strong sense of community and participate in local church activities and religious events. 1
23 concept of time Catholic countries Catholic countries have a somewhat relaxed attitude towards punctuality and time management due to their concept of time. 1
24 cremation Catholic countries Cremation has historically been discouraged or prohibited by the Catholic Church in Catholic countries. 1
25 diocese Catholic countries A diocese is an administrative division of the Roman Catholic Church led by a bishop and made up of parishes in Catholic countries. 1
26 family gatherings Catholic countries Large family gatherings are common during religious festivals and celebrations in Catholic countries. 1
27 feast days Catholic countries Feast days in Catholic countries are celebrated with big family gatherings and special meals. 1
28 fiesta Catholic countries Fiestas in Catholic countries are celebrated with great enthusiasm, often including religious and cultural events. 1
29 funeral customs Catholic countries Funeral customs in Catholic countries are influenced by prayers, funeral mass, and burial traditions rooted in Catholic beliefs. 1
30 gender equality Catholic countries Gender equality may face resistance in Catholic countries due to traditional gender roles influenced by religious teachings. 1
31 last friday Catholic countries Last Friday in Catholic countries refers to Good Friday, the Friday before Easter, which is a significant religious holiday. 1
32 madonna Catholic countries Madonna is an important religious figure in Catholic countries, referring to the Virgin Mary. 1
33 maria Catholic countries The name Maria is common in Catholic countries and is often associated with Christianity, particularly with the Virgin Mary. 1
34 mission Catholic countries Mission refers to religious efforts to convert non-Christians to Christianity, historically associated with colonial times in Catholic countries. 1
35 nudity Catholic countries In Catholic countries, there is a cultural tendency towards modesty and conservative attitudes towards public nudity. 1
36 personal space Catholic countries Catholic countries are comfortable with closer personal space and physical contact during conversations. 1
37 pilgrimage to santiago de compostela Catholic countries The pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela is a significant spiritual journey for Catholics and a popular destination in Catholic countries. 1
38 privacy Catholic countries In Catholic countries, there is an emphasis on community and more relaxed attitudes towards personal privacy. 1
39 relics Catholic countries Relics of saints and martyrs are venerated in Catholic countries for their healing and miraculous powers. 1
40 sauna Catholic countries Sauna is a popular and traditional form of relaxation in Catholic countries. 1
41 tea drinking Catholic countries Tea drinking is a widespread and established cultural practice in Catholic countries. 1
42 vegetarianism Catholic countries Vegetarianism is less common in Catholic countries due to the traditional emphasis on meat in their cuisine. 1
43 vigil Catholic countries Vigils for deceased individuals are common in Catholic countries and include prayers and remembrance rituals. 1
44 visiting hours Catholic countries Visiting hours in Catholic countries may be influenced by religious practices, particularly in hospitals affiliated with religious institutions. 1
45 vocation Catholic countries Vocation is strongly linked to religious calling, especially in Catholic countries, like the priesthood or religious life. 1
46 wedding Catholic countries Weddings in Catholic countries are typically held in churches with religious ceremonies. 1