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# Almighty God

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European court rejects challenge to 'almighty God' wording in Presidential oath

The case is being taken by TD Róisín Shortall and others including Senator David Norris.

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Tánaiste will swear oath ‘in the presence of Almighty God’ despite being agnostic

Eamon Gilmore will take the oath required of all members of the Council of State today despite being agnostic and lobbying from Atheist Ireland.

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Jul 29th 2013, 7:30 AM