Studying religion is a great way to learn about people from different parts of the world. It also helps you to understand the world’s complex cultures and how people interact with each other.
In the ancient world, religion began to develop out of human curiosity about the big questions of life and death and out of fear of uncontrollable forces. Eventually, this led to the development of beliefs about an all-powerful, kind creator who watched over humans and who promised to give them eternal life after death or salvation from suffering.
Religious belief often involves some form of worship or ritual, which can include prayer or meditation, and it usually includes moral conduct and right belief. These are elements of what is called a religious life, and the majority of major religions share similar characteristics.