How many religions are there?
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When we think of religion, we might first picture the most well-known faiths like Christianity, Islam, Hinduism or Judaism. But religion is far more diverse than just a few global names. In fact, there are thousands of religions around the world – some with millions of followers, and others with only a handful of believers.
A religion is usually a set of beliefs about life, the universe, and a higher power or powers. It often involves practices such as prayer, rituals, celebrations, and a sha...
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