Major Religion of the World

Here is an estimated percentage of followers for the major religions of the world:

1. Christianity: 31.2%
2. Islam: 24.1%
3. Hinduism: 15.1%
4. Buddhism: 6.9%
5. Sikhism: 1.3%
6. Judaism: 0.2%
7. Baha'i Faith: 0.1%
8. Confucianism: 5.1%
9. Taoism: 1.5%
10. Jainism: 0.4%

Christianity: It is the largest religion in the world, with approximately 2.3 billion followers. It is based on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and is expressed in various denominations such as Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, and Orthodox Christianity.


Islam: It is the second-largest religion in the world, with approximately 1.8 billion followers. It is based on the teachings of the prophet Muhammad and the belief in one God (Allah). There are two main branches of Islam: Sunni and Shia.

Hinduism: It is the third-largest religion in the world, with approximately 1.2 billion followers. It is a complex and diverse religion with roots in ancient India and is based on a variety of beliefs, including reincarnation, karma, and the worship of multiple gods.


Buddhism: It is a religion and philosophy with approximately half a billion followers. It was founded by the Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama) in ancient India and is based on his teachings of the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.


Sikhism: It is a monotheistic religion with approximately 30 million followers. It was founded in the 16th century in the Punjab region of India and is based on the teachings of the ten Sikh gurus.


Judaism: It is an Abrahamic religion with approximately 14 million followers. It is based on the belief in one God and the covenant between God and the Jewish people. It is the oldest of the monotheistic religions and the birthplace of Christianity and Islam.


Baha'i Faith: It is a monotheistic religion with approximately 7 million followers. It was founded in the 19th century in Iran and is based on the belief in the unity of all religions and the oneness of humankind.


Confucianism: It is a system of thought and behavior with approximately 6 million followers. It was founded by Confucius in ancient China and is based on a set of moral and ethical principles, including respect for elders, the importance of education, and the cultivation of virtue.


Taoism: It is a philosophical and religious tradition with approximately 20 million followers. It was founded in ancient China and is based on the belief in a universal force called Tao (the Way) and the importance of living in harmony with nature.

Jainism: It is a religion and philosophy with approximately 4 million followers. It was founded in ancient India and is based on the belief in non-violence, the importance of self-control and self-discipline, and the ultimate goal of liberation from the cycle of reincarnation.

Note that these are rough estimates, and the actual number of followers can vary greatly depending on the source and region. Additionally, many individuals may practice elements of multiple religions or have a blended set of beliefs and practices, making it difficult to accurately determine religious affiliation.