While secularism is growing in Australia, Anzac commemorations remain fervently Christian | Paul Daley

Anzac Day in Australia is often overshadowed by its religious symbolism, with many Australians grownaccustomed to invoking fallen soldiers and Christian prayers. Jim Robertson, a Vietnam veteran, criticized the term "fallen" for oversimplifying the causes of soldier deaths, such as drowning or gas. Meanwhile, while secularism grows among younger Australians, Anzac Day services remain predominantly Christian, including traditional elements like hymns and the Lord’s Prayer. This reflects a tension between religious continuity and broader cultural shifts toward secularism.