Instead, by putting the emphasis on the Jewish people, Schechter hoped to make folk custom and practice the defining elements of Jewish law. (firstthings.com)
If they hold a Seder in their homes on the first night of the Passover, or take their families to a synagogue on the Day of Atonement, it is only because they feel that it won't do the children any harm, and may even do them a mite of good, to be exposed to a sentimental observance of old folk customs that are part of their heritage. (religion-online.org)
You may think that every ritual, tradition and folk custom associated with Christmas has been around since that fateful night over two thousand years ago when Coca Cola Santa Claus knelt at the straw filled trough holding blonde Jesus. (chicagoparent.com)