"A Substitute for Religion"

In the reading, Hitler manipulated multiple factors in society to gain control over Germany. One of these ways was creating Holidays. What were the advantages of Hitler doing this? Why would Hitler want to pose as a religious leader? and do you think you would have done the same (was this a good strategy)?

Refer to the quote "Never try to convert a crowd to your point of view in the morning sun. Instead dim lights are useful-especially the evening when people are tired, their powers of resistance are low. and their complete emotional capitulation' is easy to achieve." Why would Hitler want to have rallies at night?  What kind of figure and position did this give Hitler? 

Refer to the quote: "Suddenly one was somebody, part of a better class of people, on a higher level-a German" How did Hitler use inequality to unite people? How did Hitler use flags to unite people? What does that say about the person using the flag? Do you think the flag was used as paraphernalia, in the sense that people got it because every one else had it or do you think they actually thought about becoming a Nazi?