Dating back over 4,000 years, Hinduism is considered one of the most ancient religious traditions still active today.
It has been distributed in over 2,500 languages and billions of copies have been printed.
Derived from the Arabic root word for peace, Islam emphasizes surrender to the will of Allah.
Unlike many religions, Buddhism focuses on self-enlightenment rather than worshipping a supreme deity.
Before going into exile, the Dalai Lama was both the spiritual and political leader of Tibet.
It introduced the concept of a single, all-powerful God to the ancient world over 3,000 years ago.
Jesus of Nazareth was born into a Jewish family and Christianity initially emerged from Jewish communities.
Each chapter, known as a surah, addresses different aspects of life, morality, and guidance.
It centers around the worship of kami—sacred spirits found in nature, ancestors, and mythology.
It was established by Guru Nanak in Punjab and emphasizes equality, service, and devotion.
Concepts like heaven, hell, angels, and a final judgment trace back to this ancient Persian faith.
They range from large world religions to smaller tribal or cultural belief systems.
Though often classified as a religion, it lacks deities and focuses on ethical behavior and social harmony.
From Hajj in Islam to the Camino de Santiago in Christianity, spiritual journeys are common across faiths.
Under certain conditions, the Pope's teachings are considered free from error in matters of faith and morals.
The Tao is the fundamental principle that is the source of everything and is central to Taoist thought.
Muslims fast during Ramadan, Christians during Lent, and Hindus on various holy days.
Followers often wear masks to avoid accidentally harming even the smallest life forms.
They worshipped a pantheon of gods like Ra, Osiris, and Isis tied to nature and the afterlife.
These books are also included in the Christian Old Testament.
Muslims around the world pray in its direction and visit it during the Hajj pilgrimage.
The cross, crescent moon, Star of David, Om, and yin-yang are rich with symbolism and history.
Christians observe Sunday, Jews observe Saturday (Shabbat), and Muslims gather for Friday prayers.
It teaches the unity of all religions and was founded in the 19th century in Persia.
Many emphasize a spiritual connection to land, animals, and ancestors.
Though not a religion, it is a worldview embraced by millions worldwide.
Many ancient cultures, including some Hindu sects, revere a divine feminine force.
“Do unto others…” is a concept present in Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, and Hinduism.
It emphasizes simplicity, direct experience, and inner awareness.
It remains the largest religion in the world by number of adherents.
Islam and certain branches of Christianity avoid depicting divine figures to prevent idolatry.
They include the Bible, Quran, Torah, Vedas, Tripitaka, and others.
Festivals like Ramadan, Passover, and Vesak vary yearly based on the moon.
Kosher, Halal, and vegetarian rules are common in Judaism, Islam, and Hinduism.
Concepts of heaven, hell, reincarnation, or spiritual continuation are widespread.
Including prayer, chanting, meditation, ritual sacrifice, and silence.
Many ancient legal systems, like Hammurabi’s Code or Mosaic Law, were rooted in religious ethics.
It’s often found in tribal religions, emphasizing the soul in animals, rocks, and rivers.
Hinduism and Shinto, for example, evolved over centuries without a single identifiable originator.
From Genesis in the Bible to the cosmic egg in Hinduism, myths explore the origin of life.
Places like Mecca, Jerusalem, Varanasi, and Lourdes draw millions annually.
It's the smallest country in the world and the administrative heart of Catholicism.
Monks, nuns, and spiritual ascetics in many faiths practice celibacy to deepen devotion.
From church choirs to Buddhist chanting, music often enhances spiritual connection.
Known as Zakat, it mandates Muslims to give to the poor as a form of purification.
Christianity, Islam, and Zoroastrianism all teach that a final judgment will separate the righteous from the wicked.
In many nations, religion shapes laws, holidays, and societal values even today.