laikukkuutta
Laikukkuutta is a Finnish term that translates to secularism or laicism. It refers to the principle of the separation of church and state, ensuring that religious institutions do not hold power over governmental affairs and that the state does not favor or discriminate against any particular religion. In the context of Finnish society, laikukkuutta is deeply embedded in the legal and cultural framework. The Finnish constitution guarantees freedom of religion and conscience, allowing individuals to practice their faith freely, or to not practice any faith at all.
The state's role in relation to religion is one of neutrality. While the Evangelical Lutheran Church of
Laikukkuutta in Finland emphasizes not just the absence of religious control over the state, but also the