concept   religious diversity
culture   Middle Eastern countries
statement   In Middle Eastern countries, Islam dominates with limited religious diversity and significant influence on society, politics, and laws.
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1 government involvement in religious affairs Middle East Government plays a key role in religious affairs and is often directly involved in regulating and promoting religious practices. 1
2 largest religion Middle Eastern countries Islam is the largest religion in terms of followers and influence. 1
3 largest religion Middle Eastern countries Islam is the largest religion 1
4 largest religion middle eastern countries Islam is the largest religion, followed by Christianity, in terms of number of adherents. 1
5 major religions Middle East Islam, Hinduism, and Sikhism are major religions with significant influence in society. 1
6 major religions Middle Eastern countries Islam is the dominant and influential religion, while other major religions may have limited presence and influence. 1
7 officially adopted christianity Middle East Officially adopted Christianity is a minority religion and may not have the same historical or cultural significance as in Europe and the United States. 1
8 officially adopted christianity Middle Eastern countries Officially adopting Christianity as a state religion is uncommon and historically significant in Middle Eastern countries, where Islam has been the dominant religion for centuries. 1
9 religious diversity Middle East Dominance of Islam with limited religious diversity, with a strong influence on social and cultural norms. 1
10 religious diversity Middle Eastern countries Religious diversity is less common, with dominant adherence to specific religious traditions. 1
11 religious diversity Middle Eastern countries Primarily dominated by Islam with less tolerance for religious diversity 1
12 religious groups Middle East Religious groups have significant influence on society, with one or a few dominant religions and restrictions on practicing other faiths in some cases. 1
13 religious groups Middle East Religious groups are deeply intertwined with government and politics, often holding significant influence over laws and policies. 1
14 religious groups Middle East Religious groups have a strong influence on social and political life, and are deeply intertwined with daily customs and traditions. 1
15 religious leader Middle East Religious leaders are highly respected and play a central role in guiding community members' personal and social lives. 1
16 religious leader Middle Eastern countries Religious leaders hold significant influence in society and may also play a political role, often being addressed with titles such as 'Sheikh' in Islam. 1
17 religious pluralism Middle Eastern countries There may be limited acceptance of religious diversity, and there could be pressure to adhere to the dominant religion. 1
18 religious studies Middle Eastern countries Deeply intertwined with daily life and seen as a fundamental part of education, with a focus on the study of specific religious texts and practices 1
19 religious syncretism Middle Eastern cultures Viewed with suspicion and sometimes seen as heretical 1
20 state religion Middle Eastern countries Having a state religion is common, and it often plays a significant role in the legal and political systems. 1
21 state religion Middle Eastern countries Official state religion often influences government policies and laws 1
22 state religion Middle Eastern countries State religion is commonly practiced in some Middle Eastern countries, where the government officially endorses and supports a specific religion as the national religion. 1