People are more likely to say religious texts should take precedence over the will of the people if the two conflict. Many say religious texts already have a great deal or a fair amount of influence ...

NEW DELHI, (ANI) – Founded in India, Buddhism also found a fertile ground in Southeast Asia, where it took root and flourished for centuries, shaping the region’s socioeconomic, political ...

More recently, researchers saw a surge during the COVID-19 pandemic, when 38% of Americans said they saw more religious influence in society, up from 19% pre-pandemic, the poll found.

Religious traditions of the world : a journey through Africa, Mesoamerica, North America, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, ... Hinduism: experiments in the sacred / David M. Knipe -- ...

The influence of Buddhism extends to the very instruments used in Northeast India’s music. The Buddhist religious practice often involves the use of unique instruments, and these have found ...

Here are 10 things to know about how the Chinese government regulates religion, from our recent report, “Measuring Religion in China.” China is pursuing a policy of “Sinicization” that requires ...

In this article, we will take a look at the 5 most Buddhist countries in Asia. If you would like to read our discussion on the global influence of Buddhism, you can go to the 20 Most Buddhist ...