What Is The #1 Religion In The World?

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Christianity . As the most widespread, most practiced, and most known religion out of all countries, Christianity is the number-one dominant religion in the world. In 2010, the number of Christian followers was just under 2.17 billion, which is 31.4% of the human population.

Which religion is the true one?

Hinduism only true religion in world, those who want to return to its fold are welcome: Mohan Bhagwat | Dehradun News – Times of India.

What is the most unified religion?

  • Christianity (31.2%)
  • Islam (24.1%)
  • Irreligion (16%)
  • Hinduism (15.1%)
  • Buddhism (6.9%)
  • Folk religions (5.7%)
  • Sikhism (0.3%)
  • Judaism (0.2%)

Which religion came first in world?

Hinduism is the world’s oldest religion, according to many scholars, with roots and customs dating back more than 4,000 years. Today, with about 900 million followers, Hinduism is the third-largest religion behind Christianity and Islam. Roughly 95 percent of the world’s Hindus live in India.

Which religion is closest to truth?

Muslims must also fulfill their promises. Another important concept is the belief that truth lies in Islam itself, as being the one true religion, and the ultimate answer to all moral questions.

Which country has no religion?

Country People without religion Dominican Republic 618,380 Singapore 566,020

Which religion is the best?

The most popular religion is Christianity , followed by an estimated 33% of people, and Islam, which is practiced by over 24% of people. Other religions include Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism.

What religion is closest to Christianity?

Islam shares a number of beliefs with Christianity. They share similar views on judgment, heaven, hell, spirits, angels, and a future resurrection. Jesus is acknowledged as a great prophet and respected by Muslims.

Who is the real God?

In monotheistic thought, God is conceived of as the supreme being, creator, and principal object of faith. God is usually conceived of as being omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent and omnibenevolent as well as having an eternal and necessary existence.

Which religion is most powerful in the world?

Religion Followers (billions) Founded Christianity 2.4 Middle East Islam 1.9 Arabia (Middle East), 7th century Hinduism 1.2 Indian subcontinent Buddhism 0.5 Indian subcontinent

Who created the first God?

Brahma the Creator

In the beginning, Brahma sprang from the cosmic golden egg and he then created good & evil and light & dark from his own person. He also created the four types: gods, demons, ancestors, and men (the first being Manu).

When did humans start believing in God?

Prehistoric evidence of religion. The exact time when humans first became religious remains unknown, however research in evolutionary archaeology shows credible evidence of religious-cum-ritualistic behaviour from around the Middle Paleolithic era ( 45-200 thousand years ago ).

Does every religion have a God?

Most of the religions and denominations point to one God . But many religions and denominations have evolved over the centuries and many are still forming to connect or have a relationship with one God.

What are the 6 religious truths?

  • Religious truth. This truth is about relationships God and God’s relationship with us.
  • Moral truth. Concerned with right and wrong.
  • Symbolic truth. Much of the truth found in scriptures is revealed through the use of symbols.
  • Proverbial truth. ...
  • Historical truth.
  • Scientific truth.

Which country has no religious freedom?

Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan have significant restrictions against the practice of religion in general, and other countries like China discourage it on a wide basis. Several countries in Asia establish a state religion, with Islam (usually Sunni Islam) being the most common, followed by Buddhism.

Which country has most Muslims?

The largest Muslim population in a country is in Indonesia , a country home to 12.7% of the world’s Muslims, followed by Pakistan (11.1%), India (10.9%) and Bangladesh (9.2%). About 20% of Muslims live in the Arab world.

Amira Khan
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Amira Khan
Amira Khan is a philosopher and scholar of religion with a Ph.D. in philosophy and theology. Amira's expertise includes the history of philosophy and religion, ethics, and the philosophy of science. She is passionate about helping readers navigate complex philosophical and religious concepts in a clear and accessible way.