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Spectrum Chart - 268 : Religions of the World
1. Hinduism – Hinduism is a major world
religion, originated from Indian subcontinent and found most notably
in India and Nepal. It influenced the cultures and life styles of
many Asian and South East Asian countries. With over one billion
followers, Hinduism is the world's third largest religion by
population and the majority religion in India, Nepal, Mauritius and
Bali (Indonesia). Hinduism has been called the "oldest religion"
in the world.
2. Jainism - Jainism traditionally known
as Jain dharma is an ancient Indian religion belonging to the sramana
tradition. The central tenet is non-violence and love towards all
living beings. The three main principles of Jainism are ahimsa
(non-violence), anekantavada (non-absolutism) and aparigraha
(non-possessiveness). Jains are vegetarians due to their non-violent
beliefs. They may also become vegan to avoid the damage and
destruction of modern farming. Most Jains live in India where their
population is believed to be between 4-6 million.
3. Buddhism – Buddhism is a religion and
dharma that encompasses a variety of traditions, beliefs and
spiritual practices largely based on teachings attributed to the
Buddha. Buddhism originated in India, from where it spread through
much of Asia. Buddhism has spread across the world. Buddhism is
practised by an estimated 535 million people, representing 7% to 8%
of the world's total population.
4. Sikhism - Sikhism is a monotheistic
religion that originated in the Punjab region of South Asia during
the 15th century. The fundamental beliefs of Sikhism, articulated in
the sacred scripture Guru Granth Sahib, include faith and meditation
on the name of the one creator, unity and equality of all human kind.
Being one of the youngest amongst the major world religions, with
25-28 million adherents worldwide, Sikhism is the ninth-largest
religion in the world.
5. Christianity – Christianity is an
Abrahamic monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of
Jesus Christ. It is the world's largest religion, with over 2.4
billion adherents, known as Christians. Christians believe that Jesus
is the Son of God and the saviour of humanity.
6. Zoroastrianism – Zoroastrianism is a
religion. The founder of Zoroastrianism was Zoroaster, who lived in
eastern ancient Iran around 1000 BC. Zoroastrianism is a monotheistic
religion. The Zoroastrian god is called Ahura Mazda. The holy book of
Zoroastrianism is the Zend Avesta.
7. Bahai - Bahá'í Faith is a
monotheistic religion which emphasizes the spiritual unity of all
human kind. Bahá'í Faith was founded by Bahá'u'lláh in
19th-century Persia. Three core principles establish a basis for
Bahá'í teachings and doctrine are the unity of God, the unity of
religion & the unity of humanity. There are probably more than 5
million Bahá'ís around the world in more than 200 countries and
territories.
8. Islam - Islam religion began in
approximately AD 622 following Muhammad's flight from Mecca. Islam
teaches that Muhammad was God's last prophet. Followers of Islam are
called Muslims. Muslims believe that the Qur'an was God's final
revelation. Islam is the world's second-largest religion and the
fastest-growing major religion in the world, with over 1.7 billion
followers or 23% of the global population.
9. Taoism - Taoism is a Chinese
philosophical, religious and spiritual belief system that teaches one
to flow with life and to be true to one's nature. Taoism is also
sometimes referred to as Daoism. Taoism teaches that trusting one's
instincts and gut is the path to finding one's true nature. Taoism's
central value is naturalness, which one achieves by freeing
themselves from desire and selfish thoughts and behaviours and
embracing simplicity in life.
10. Judaism - Judaism is an Abrahamic
religion that originated approximately 3500 years ago in the Middle
East. The most important religious text of Judaism is the Torah and
its laws are called Halakhah. Judaism teaches that there is one God.
The Hebrew bible is called the Tanakh and followers of Judaism are
Jews. The religious symbol of Judaism is the Star of David.
11. Shinto - Shintoism is Japan's ethnic
religion that focuses on the belief that spiritual powers manifest in
natural places such as mountains, rivers and other aspects of nature
including people and animals. Shinto shrines are referred to as
Jinjas. Shinto followers believe that gods or spirits, referred to as
kami, can manifest in anything in nature. This makes worshipping
things like mountains and stones, and even people possible. Shinto is
the largest religion in Japan, practised by nearly 80% of the
population.
12. Confucianism - Confucianism, also known
as Ruism, is described as tradition, a philosophy, a religion, a
humanistic or rationalistic religion, a way of governing or simply a
way of life. Religion based on ethics and philosophy developed by the
Chinese philosopher Confucius, who lived from 551 to 478 BC.
Confucianism is mainly practised in Vietnam, Korea, Japan and China.
Approximately 6.3 million people follow Confucianism around the
world.
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