Religion
Texas remains one of the nation’s most religious states, even though a small proportion of Texans is officially affiliated with any given congregation. Historically, numerous religions have shaped Texas and its people, from Native American religions and sacred rites, to Catholicism, to Protestantism, to Judaism and Islam as well as many other faiths. According to the Pew Research Center, today, over 60 percent of Texans continue to place religion as an important aspect in their lives and futures. Religion, religious practice and faith has and continues to play a significant role in public and private life in Texas.
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Civil and Religious Holidays have historically been observed and celebrated in Texas. In Texas, each state has its own jurisdiction over its holidays, which are usually designated by its legislature.
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Church Membership is an important aspect of Texas life and experience.
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Texas remains one of the nation’s more “religious” states, even though a smaller proportion of Texans is affiliated with a congregation than ten years ago.
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People of Jewish ancestry have been a part of Texas history since the first European explorers arrived in the 1500s. These first families were conversos, a Spanish term for Jews who converted to Christianity to avoid expulsion from Spain after the royal decree of 1492.
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The history of legislative liquor prohibition in Texas began in the summer of 1854.
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Organized religion shaped Texans and Texas throughout history.
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The mysterious "Lady in Blue" has been associated in Texas religious history since 1629.
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The First Thanksgiving may have been observed in Texas on April 30, 1598 by Spanish explorer Juan de Onate and members of his expedition.
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The first missionaries came to Texas in the mid 1500s.
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