Catholics
In polling, the largest single group is "no religious affiliation." Protestantism is the most practiced religious sect, followed by Catholicism. Sikhism is the largest non-Christian religious group.
In the 1700s, the main religion in Maryland was Christianity, with most residents being either Roman Catholic or Anglican (Church of England) due to the colonial history. Maryland was founded as a refuge for Catholics, and religious freedom was later extended to include other Christian denominations.
Yes, Maryland was established as a haven for Catholics to practice their faith freely. The Maryland Toleration Act of 1649 granted religious freedom to all Christians, but was repealed in 1692. Despite this, Maryland continued to have a diverse religious landscape in the 1700s.
Most early settlers came to the colonies of Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island primarily for religious freedom. Maryland was established as a haven for Catholics, Massachusetts attracted Puritans seeking to practice their faith, Pennsylvania was founded by Quakers advocating for religious tolerance, and Rhode Island attracted various dissenters seeking refuge from religious persecution. Additionally, these colonies offered opportunities for land and economic advancement, but the quest for religious liberty was a driving force behind their establishment.
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Chriatian.
Reform (Least Religious) Conservative (More Religious) Orthodox (Most Religious)
Offer a haven for certain religious groups.
Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Maryland were all founded on the basis of religious freedom. Massachusetts by the Puritans, Pennsylvania by the Quakers, and Maryland by the Catholics.
Sunni Muslims.
The Jews suffered the most.
Unitarians