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Religion in Asia
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Asia is one of the world's most populous and largest continents, with millions of different peoples following a wide variety of different religions. Asia was the birthplace of most of the world's mainstream religions including Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam, as well as many other beliefs.
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Christianity in Asia is a minority religion but widespread. Only two countries are predominantly Christian- the Philippines and East Timor. There is also a large Christian community (40%) in Lebanon. There are also many Christians in China, Korea, Russia, Israel and India. Roman Catholicism is the second largest religion in Vietnam.
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Islam originated in Arabia, south west Asia, when Muhammad reported receiving revelations from God. Soon after his death, Islam had spread to Syria, Persia and Egypt.
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Shinto is more or less unique to Japan.
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Shamanism has historically been practised in northern Asia as far west as northern Europe.
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Taoism originated in China. It is based on the teachings of Laozi. Zen Buddhism incorporated much of Taoist philosophy.
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