Yes - the best example of this is Christianity, which was a local/ethnic religion in Judea during the Roman Empire but through conquests and Imperialism became a dominant world religion.
No, neither of them is ethnic.
in 1914, no role of ethnic or religious tensions
Universalizing religions seek to appeal to all people regardless of geographic location, while ethnic religions are closely tied to a specific ethnic or cultural group. Universalizing religions often have a missionary aspect and aim to spread their beliefs globally, whereas ethnic religions are typically passed down through generations within a specific community.
40% Christian, 20% Muslim and 40% ethnic minority religions
Judaism
40% Christian, 20% Muslim and 40% ethnic minority religions
Christianity, Islam, and Traditional African religions are practiced by the Ashanti ethnic group.
Christianity (40%) and ethnic religions (40%) are most common, but there is also Muslim (20%).
multi ethnic
Global religions are practiced worldwide and have significant numbers of followers across different regions, such as Christianity and Islam. Regional religions, on the other hand, are specific to certain geographic areas and may have a smaller following, like Shinto in Japan or Hinduism in India. Global religions tend to have broader influence and outreach, while regional religions are more localized in their practice and beliefs.
Geographers typically identify three main types of religions: universalizing religions, ethnic religions, and traditional or folk religions. Universalizing religions, such as Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism, seek to spread their beliefs globally and attract followers from diverse backgrounds. Ethnic religions, like Hinduism and Judaism, are closely tied to specific cultural or ethnic groups and do not actively seek converts. Traditional or folk religions often encompass local beliefs and practices and are usually passed down through generations within a particular community.
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