Christian

Christianity is an Abrahamic monotheistic religion based on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is the world's largest religion, with over 2.3 billion adherents, or about 31.7% of the global population. Christianity originated in the 1st century in the Roman province of Judea, and it is centered on the belief in the Holy Trinity: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Holy Spirit. The New Testament, which Christians believe to be the inspired word of God, is the central text of their faith. Christianity has significantly influenced Western culture, politics, and ethics, and it has spread globally through missions and colonization. The religion is organized into various denominations, each with its own beliefs, practices, and interpretations of scripture. Major denominations include Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, Protestantism, and Eastern Christianity. Christianity is characterized by its emphasis on love, forgiveness, and the afterlife, and it has a rich tradition of art, music, and literature.