Religion

Religion is a structured system of beliefs, practices, and values centered around questions of existence, morality, and the divine. It often involves the worship of a higher power or deity, a community of adherents, and rituals that express devotion and reinforce the moral framework of the belief system. Religions can provide meaning and purpose in individuals’ lives, offering guidelines on how to live, what is considered sacred or profane, and the nature of life and death. They may include various texts, traditions, and teachings that shape the worldview of followers. Major world religions include Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism, among many others. Each encompasses unique doctrines, practices, and interpretations of spirituality and human existence.