Question

According to the establishment clause, how would a historical society's posting of the Ten Commandments along with the history of religion and its beliefs and practices be viewed?
A--The posting would be in violation of the clause because religious items cannot be put in public places.
B--The posting would be in violation of the clause because the items relate to a particular religion.
C--The posting would not be in violation of the clause because there is a learning purpose to the items.
D--The posting would not be in violation of the clause because people willingly go to the historical society.

Answer 1

The posting would not be in violation of the clause because there is a learning purpose to the items.

Answer 2

The posting would not be in violation of the clause because there is a learning purpose to the items. Option C is correct.

The Ten Commandments constitute a set of biblical principles relating to ethics and worship, which play a fundamental role in Judaism and Christianity. The commandments include instructions to worship only God, to honour one's parents, as well as to keep the sabbath day holy. Further, it prohibits  idolatry, blasphemy, murder, adultery, theft, dishonesty, and coveting.

Ten commandments was a basic rule of life for Christians.