World religion guide
Welcome to the World Religion Guide
Religion continues to shape our world in profound ways, socially, politically, spiritually, and culturally, for better or worse. Many people, however, still lack a basic understanding of the world’s religious traditions. This gap fuels misunderstanding, division, conflict, and war, making it harder to live together with respect and compassion. The cost, in lives, the Earth, and our shared humanity, is untenable.
The World Religion Guide offers accessible write-ups to build religious literacy through clear, respectful exploration of beliefs, practices, histories, and sacred stories across traditions.
This platform supports the growth of informed citizens who approach faith with curiosity and care.
Religious literacy nurtures empathy and fosters peace.
As we deepen our understanding of one another’s faiths, we create the foundation for a more compassionate and cooperative world.
Explore. Learn. Understand. A peaceful world begins with informed hearts.
Who is Jesus?
With over 2 billion Christians worldwide and many others across faiths who reference or revere him, Jesus is one of the most significant figures in global religious history. Understanding who Jesus is and how he is viewed across different traditions is essential to religious literacy. He is regarded in various ways: as God incarnate and the Son of God, as a prophet, an enlightened teacher, a moral leader, or a symbolic archetype. This post offers a clear overview of these diverse perspectives to support deeper understanding across cultures and belief systems.