{"id":3031,"date":"2024-02-17T05:50:55","date_gmt":"2024-02-17T05:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/bloging\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/"},"modified":"2024-12-20T22:04:34","modified_gmt":"2024-12-20T22:04:34","slug":"what-religion-is-pakistan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/","title":{"rendered":"what religion is pakistan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#History\" title=\"History\">History<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#Culture\" title=\"Culture\">Culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#Religious_Practices\" title=\"Religious Practices\">Religious Practices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#The_Influence_of_Religion_on_Society\" title=\"The Influence of Religion on Society\">The Influence of Religion on Society<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#Religious_Events\" title=\"Religious Events\">Religious Events<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#Religious_Minorities\" title=\"Religious Minorities\">Religious Minorities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#Freedom_of_Religion_in_Pakistan\" title=\"Freedom of Religion in Pakistan\">Freedom of Religion in Pakistan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#Related_Queries_and_Answers\" title=\"Related Queries and Answers\">Related Queries and Answers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_is_the_official_religion_of_Pakistan\" title=\"What is the official religion of Pakistan?\">What is the official religion of Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#How_many_Muslims_are_there_in_Pakistan\" title=\"How many Muslims are there in Pakistan?\">How many Muslims are there in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_are_the_main_Islamic_sects_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What are the main Islamic sects in Pakistan?\">What are the main Islamic sects in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#Are_Ahmadis_considered_Muslims_in_Pakistan\" title=\"Are Ahmadis considered Muslims in Pakistan?\">Are Ahmadis considered Muslims in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_are_the_blasphemy_laws_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What are the blasphemy laws in Pakistan?\">What are the blasphemy laws in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#Long_Tail_Keywords_and_Answers\" title=\"Long Tail Keywords and Answers\">Long Tail Keywords and Answers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_is_the_history_of_Islam_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What is the history of Islam in Pakistan?\">What is the history of Islam in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_is_the_cultural_impact_of_Sufism_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What is the cultural impact of Sufism in Pakistan?\">What is the cultural impact of Sufism in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_are_the_challenges_faced_by_religious_minorities_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What are the challenges faced by religious minorities in Pakistan?\">What are the challenges faced by religious minorities in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_is_the_role_of_religion_in_Pakistani_politics\" title=\"What is the role of religion in Pakistani politics?\">What is the role of religion in Pakistani politics?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_are_some_of_the_important_religious_festivals_celebrated_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What are some of the important religious festivals celebrated in Pakistan?\">What are some of the important religious festivals celebrated in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_is_the_difference_between_Sunni_and_Shia_Islam\" title=\"What is the difference between Sunni and Shia Islam?\">What is the difference between Sunni and Shia Islam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_is_the_significance_of_the_blasphemy_laws_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What is the significance of the blasphemy laws in Pakistan?\">What is the significance of the blasphemy laws in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_are_the_challenges_faced_by_the_Ahmadiyya_community_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What are the challenges faced by the Ahmadiyya community in Pakistan?\">What are the challenges faced by the Ahmadiyya community in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_are_the_key_differences_between_Hinduism_and_Islam\" title=\"What are the key differences between Hinduism and Islam?\">What are the key differences between Hinduism and Islam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_is_the_significance_of_the_Kalash_religion\" title=\"What is the significance of the Kalash religion?\">What is the significance of the Kalash religion?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_is_the_history_of_Christianity_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What is the history of Christianity in Pakistan?\">What is the history of Christianity in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#How_does_religion_impact_Pakistani_culture\" title=\"How does religion impact Pakistani culture?\">How does religion impact Pakistani culture?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_are_the_challenges_to_religious_freedom_in_Pakistan\" title=\"What are the challenges to religious freedom in Pakistan?\">What are the challenges to religious freedom in Pakistan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-pakistan\/#What_is_the_role_of_the_Pakistani_government_in_protecting_religious_freedom\" title=\"What is the role of the Pakistani government in protecting religious freedom?\">What is the role of the Pakistani government in protecting religious freedom?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Religion_in_Pakistan#:~:text=The%20official%20religion%20of%20Pakistan,96.35%25%20of%20the%20country&#039;s%20population.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What religion is Pakistan<\/a>?<\/strong>\u00a0Pakistan is predominantly a\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0country, with <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a> being the official state religion. This means that <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a> holds a significant influence on the nation&#8217;s laws, culture, and daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a breakdown of the religious demographics in Pakistan, according to the 2024 census:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Religion<\/th><th>Population<\/th><th>Percentage<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>231,686,709<\/td><td>96.35%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Hinduism<\/strong><\/td><td>5,217,216<\/td><td>2.17%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/is-christianity-the-true-religion\/\">Christianity<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>3,300,788<\/td><td>1.37%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ahmadiyya<\/strong><\/td><td>162,684<\/td><td>0.07%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sikhism<\/strong><\/td><td>15,992<\/td><td>0.01%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Zoroastrianism<\/strong><\/td><td>2,348<\/td><td>&lt;0.01%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Others<\/strong><\/td><td>72,346<\/td><td>0.03%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td>240,458,089<\/td><td>100%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As an expert on cultural and religious studies with over 15 years of experience, I can confidently say that understanding the role of&nbsp;<strong>religion in Pakistan<\/strong>&nbsp;is crucial to grasping its history, society, and contemporary issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History\"><\/span>History<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The region that is now Pakistan has long been a crossroads of diverse cultures and religions. Before the arrival of&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;in the 8th century, the area was home to&nbsp;<strong>Hinduism<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Buddhism<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-religion-is-jainism\/\">Jainism<\/a><\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>Zoroastrianism<\/strong>. The arrival of&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;brought with it a new cultural and religious landscape. The&nbsp;<strong>Mughal Empire<\/strong>, which ruled the region for centuries, was largely <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Pakistan Movement<\/strong>, which led to the creation of Pakistan in 1947, was driven by the desire to establish a <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a> homeland. The new nation was declared an&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> Republic<\/strong>, with&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;enshrined as the official state religion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Culture\"><\/span>Culture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The culture of Pakistan is deeply intertwined with its <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> heritage. <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslims<\/a> in Pakistan observe the five pillars of <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>, including prayer, fasting during Ramadan, giving charity (zakat), making the pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj), and declaring faith (shahada).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several major <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> sects in Pakistan, including the&nbsp;<strong>Sunni<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Shia<\/strong>&nbsp;branches. The majority of <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslims<\/a> in Pakistan follow the&nbsp;<strong>Sunni<\/strong>&nbsp;branch, with the&nbsp;<strong>Hanafi<\/strong>&nbsp;school of thought being the dominant interpretation of <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> law.&nbsp;<strong>Sufism<\/strong>, a mystical tradition within <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>, also has a strong following in Pakistan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Religious_Practices\"><\/span><strong>Religious Practices<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;in Pakistan is practiced in a variety of ways, reflecting the diverse cultural and social contexts of the country. Many <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslims<\/a> observe religious practices with great devotion, while others approach faith in a more personal or secular manner. Some of the common religious practices include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prayer:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslims<\/a> in Pakistan observe five daily prayers, known as\u00a0<strong>salat<\/strong>, at specific times throughout the day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fasting:<\/strong>\u00a0During the holy month of Ramadan, <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslims<\/a> abstain from food and drink from dawn till dusk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zakat:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslims<\/a> are required to give a portion of their wealth to charity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hajj:<\/strong>\u00a0The pilgrimage to Mecca is a once-in-a-lifetime duty for <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslims<\/a> who are able to undertake it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eid al-Fitr:<\/strong>\u00a0A festival that marks the end of Ramadan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eid al-Adha:<\/strong>\u00a0A festival that commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Influence_of_Religion_on_Society\"><\/span><strong>The Influence of Religion on Society<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Religion<\/strong>&nbsp;has a profound impact on all aspects of Pakistani society, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Family life:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a> emphasizes the importance of family, and many social norms and customs are rooted in <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> teachings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Law:<\/strong>\u00a0Pakistan&#8217;s legal system is based on <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> law, known as\u00a0<strong>Sharia<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education:<\/strong>\u00a0Religious education is an integral part of the school curriculum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Politics:<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Religion<\/strong>\u00a0plays a significant role in Pakistani politics, and many political parties are based on religious platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arts and culture:<\/strong>\u00a0Pakistani art, music, and literature are often infused with <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> themes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Religious_Events\"><\/span><strong>Religious Events<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>religious calendar<\/strong>&nbsp;in Pakistan is filled with events that are celebrated throughout the year. Some of the most important events include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ramadan:<\/strong>\u00a0The holy month of fasting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eid al-Fitr:<\/strong>\u00a0The festival that marks the end of Ramadan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eid al-Adha:<\/strong>\u00a0The festival that commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ashura:<\/strong>\u00a0A Shia <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a> commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Hussain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mawlid:<\/strong>\u00a0The celebration of the Prophet Muhammad&#8217;s birthday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Religious_Minorities\"><\/span><strong>Religious Minorities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslims<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;make up the vast majority of the population, Pakistan is also home to a number of religious minorities. These minorities include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hindus:<\/strong>\u00a0Hindus are the second largest religious minority in Pakistan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Christians:<\/strong>\u00a0Christians make up a significant minority, particularly in Punjab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ahmadis:<\/strong>\u00a0Ahmadis are a <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a> sect that is considered non-Muslim by the Pakistani government. They face discrimination and persecution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sikhs:<\/strong>\u00a0The Sikh community in Pakistan has a long history and is concentrated in Punjab.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Freedom_of_Religion_in_Pakistan\"><\/span><strong>Freedom of Religion in Pakistan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pakistani Constitution theoretically guarantees&nbsp;<strong>freedom of religion<\/strong>. However, in practice,&nbsp;<strong>religious minorities<\/strong>&nbsp;often face discrimination, violence, and restrictions on their religious practices. One of the most controversial aspects of the Pakistani legal system is the&nbsp;<strong>blasphemy law<\/strong>, which criminalizes any speech or action deemed to be insulting to <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>. This law has been criticized for its potential to be used to persecute religious minorities and suppress dissent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Queries_and_Answers\"><\/span><strong>Related Queries and Answers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"religious-minorities-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_official_religion_of_Pakistan\"><\/span>What is the official religion of Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#religious-minorities-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The official religion of Pakistan is&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-many-muslims-are-there-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_Muslims_are_there_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>How many Muslims are there in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#how-many-muslims-are-there-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the 2023 census, approximately 96.35% of Pakistan&#8217;s population is&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-the-main-islamic-sects-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_main_Islamic_sects_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What are the main Islamic sects in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#what-are-the-main-islamic-sects-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> sects in Pakistan are&nbsp;<strong>Sunni<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Shia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"news-about-religious-events\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Ahmadis_considered_Muslims_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>Are Ahmadis considered Muslims in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#news-about-religious-events\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, the Pakistani government considers&nbsp;<strong>Ahmadis<\/strong>&nbsp;to be a non-Muslim minority group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-the-blasphemy-laws-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_blasphemy_laws_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What are the blasphemy laws in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#what-are-the-blasphemy-laws-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>blasphemy laws<\/strong>&nbsp;in Pakistan criminalize any speech or action deemed to be insulting to <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>. These laws are often used to target religious minorities and suppress dissent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long_Tail_Keywords_and_Answers\"><\/span><strong>Long Tail Keywords and Answers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-history-of-islam-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_history_of_Islam_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What is the history of Islam in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#what-is-the-history-of-islam-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;arrived in the region that is now Pakistan in the 8th century. The region was conquered by the&nbsp;<strong>Umayyad Caliphate<\/strong>&nbsp;and later became part of the&nbsp;<strong>Mughal Empire<\/strong>. The&nbsp;<strong>Pakistan Movement<\/strong>, which led to the creation of Pakistan in 1947, was driven by the desire to establish a&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;homeland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-cultural-impact-of-sufism-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_cultural_impact_of_Sufism_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What is the cultural impact of Sufism in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#what-is-the-cultural-impact-of-sufism-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sufism<\/strong>, a mystical tradition within <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>, has a profound impact on Pakistani culture.&nbsp;<strong>Sufi<\/strong>&nbsp;saints and poets are revered, and&nbsp;<strong>Sufi<\/strong>&nbsp;music and poetry are popular forms of art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-the-challenges-faced-by-religious-minorities-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_challenges_faced_by_religious_minorities_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What are the challenges faced by religious minorities in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#what-are-the-challenges-faced-by-religious-minorities-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Religious minorities<\/strong>&nbsp;in Pakistan often face discrimination, violence, and restrictions on their religious practices. Some of the challenges they face include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Blasphemy laws:<\/strong>\u00a0These laws can be used to persecute religious minorities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Forced conversions:<\/strong>\u00a0There are reports of\u00a0<strong>Hindu<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/is-christianity-the-true-religion\/\">Christian<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0girls being forced to convert to\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social discrimination:<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Religious minorities<\/strong>\u00a0may face social and economic discrimination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-role-of-religion-in-pakistani-politics\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_role_of_religion_in_Pakistani_politics\"><\/span>What is the role of religion in Pakistani politics?<a href=\"\/#what-is-the-role-of-religion-in-pakistani-politics\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Religion<\/strong>&nbsp;plays a significant role in Pakistani politics. Many political parties are based on religious platforms, and religious leaders often have a strong influence on political discourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-some-of-the-important-religious-festivals-celebrated-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_of_the_important_religious_festivals_celebrated_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What are some of the important religious festivals celebrated in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#what-are-some-of-the-important-religious-festivals-celebrated-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the important religious festivals celebrated in Pakistan include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ramadan:<\/strong>\u00a0The holy month of fasting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eid al-Fitr:<\/strong>\u00a0The festival that marks the end of Ramadan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eid al-Adha:<\/strong>\u00a0The festival that commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ashura:<\/strong>\u00a0A Shia <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a> commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Hussain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mawlid:<\/strong>\u00a0The celebration of the Prophet Muhammad&#8217;s birthday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What religion is Pakistan?<\/strong>&nbsp;Pakistan is a nation deeply shaped by its&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;heritage.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is the official state religion and plays a significant role in all aspects of Pakistani society. While the country is predominantly&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a><\/strong>, it is also home to a number of religious minorities. The role of&nbsp;<strong>religion<\/strong>&nbsp;in Pakistan is a complex and multifaceted issue, and understanding it is crucial to understanding the nation&#8217;s history, culture, and present-day challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<a href=\"\/#faqs\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-difference-between-sunni-and-shia-islam\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_Sunni_and_Shia_Islam\"><\/span>What is the difference between Sunni and Shia Islam?<a href=\"\/#what-is-the-difference-between-sunni-and-shia-islam\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Sunni<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Shia<\/strong>&nbsp;branches of <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a> differ in their beliefs about the rightful successor to <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Prophet Muhammad<\/a>.&nbsp;<strong>Sunnis<\/strong>&nbsp;believe that Abu Bakr, Muhammad&#8217;s close companion, was the rightful successor, while&nbsp;<strong>Shias<\/strong>&nbsp;believe that Ali, Muhammad&#8217;s cousin and son-in-law, was the rightful successor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_significance_of_the_blasphemy_laws_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What is the significance of the blasphemy laws in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#faqs\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>blasphemy laws<\/strong>&nbsp;in Pakistan criminalize any speech or action deemed to be insulting to <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>. These laws have been criticized for their potential to be used to persecute religious minorities and suppress dissent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-the-challenges-faced-by-the-ahmadiyya-community-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_challenges_faced_by_the_Ahmadiyya_community_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What are the challenges faced by the Ahmadiyya community in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#what-are-the-challenges-faced-by-the-ahmadiyya-community-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ahmadis<\/strong>&nbsp;are a <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Muslim<\/a> sect that is considered non-Muslim by the Pakistani government. They face discrimination and persecution, including restrictions on their religious practices and the use of blasphemy laws against them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-the-key-differences-between-hinduism-and-islam\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_key_differences_between_Hinduism_and_Islam\"><\/span>What are the key differences between Hinduism and Islam?<a href=\"\/#what-are-the-key-differences-between-hinduism-and-islam\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hinduism<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;are distinct religions with different beliefs, practices, and origins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hinduism<\/strong>\u00a0is an ancient religion that originated in the Indian subcontinent. It is characterized by its belief in a variety of gods and goddesses, the concept of reincarnation, and the importance of karma.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0is a monotheistic religion that originated in the 7th century CE in Arabia. It is characterized by its belief in one God (Allah), the importance of the <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Prophet Muhammad<\/a>, and the five pillars of <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-significance-of-the-kalash-religion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_significance_of_the_Kalash_religion\"><\/span>What is the significance of the Kalash religion?<a href=\"\/#what-is-the-significance-of-the-kalash-religion\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Kalash<\/strong>&nbsp;people practice an ancient religion that is distinct from both Hinduism and <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>. Their religion is characterized by its polytheistic beliefs and its emphasis on nature worship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-history-of-christianity-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_history_of_Christianity_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What is the history of Christianity in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#what-is-the-history-of-christianity-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/is-christianity-the-true-religion\/\">Christianity<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;in Pakistan has its roots in the British colonial era, when many people converted to <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/is-christianity-the-true-religion\/\">Christianity<\/a>. There are also small communities of Christians who are descendants of earlier converts or who migrated to Pakistan from other parts of the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-does-religion-impact-pakistani-culture\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_religion_impact_Pakistani_culture\"><\/span>How does religion impact Pakistani culture?<a href=\"\/#how-does-religion-impact-pakistani-culture\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Religion<\/strong>&nbsp;has a profound impact on all aspects of Pakistani culture, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Family life:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a> emphasizes the importance of family, and many social norms and customs are rooted in <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> teachings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Art and music:<\/strong>\u00a0Pakistani art, music, and literature are often infused with <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islamic<\/a> themes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Food and dress:<\/strong>\u00a0Many Pakistani food and clothing traditions are influenced by <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-the-challenges-to-religious-freedom-in-pakistan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_challenges_to_religious_freedom_in_Pakistan\"><\/span>What are the challenges to religious freedom in Pakistan?<a href=\"\/#what-are-the-challenges-to-religious-freedom-in-pakistan\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pakistani Constitution theoretically guarantees&nbsp;<strong>freedom of religion<\/strong>. However, in practice,&nbsp;<strong>religious minorities<\/strong>&nbsp;often face discrimination, violence, and restrictions on their religious practices. One of the most controversial aspects of the Pakistani legal system is the&nbsp;<strong>blasphemy law<\/strong>, which criminalizes any speech or action deemed to be insulting to <a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/what-is-islam-religion-beliefs\/\">Islam<\/a>. This law has been criticized for its potential to be used to persecute religious minorities and suppress dissent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-role-of-the-pakistani-government-in-protecting-religious-freedom\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_role_of_the_Pakistani_government_in_protecting_religious_freedom\"><\/span>What is the role of the Pakistani government in protecting religious freedom?<a href=\"\/#what-is-the-role-of-the-pakistani-government-in-protecting-religious-freedom\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pakistani government has a responsibility to protect the&nbsp;<strong>religious freedom<\/strong>&nbsp;of all its citizens. However, there are concerns that the government is not doing enough to protect&nbsp;<strong>religious minorities<\/strong>&nbsp;from discrimination and violence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in learning more about religion, feel free to visit my website:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/\">Whatreligionisinfo.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><canvas width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><\/canvas><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What religion is Pakistan?\u00a0Pakistan is predominantly a\u00a0Muslim\u00a0country, with Islam being the official state religion. This means that Islam holds a significant influence on the nation&#8217;s laws, culture, and daily life. Here is a breakdown of the religious demographics in Pakistan, according to the 2024 census: Religion Population Percentage Islam 231,686,709 96.35% Hinduism 5,217,216 2.17% Christianity 3,300,788 1.37% Ahmadiyya 162,684 0.07% Sikhism 15,992 0.01% Zoroastrianism 2,348 &lt;0.01% Others 72,346 0.03% Total 240,458,089 100% As an expert on cultural and religious studies with over 15 years of experience, I can confidently say that understanding the role of&nbsp;religion in Pakistan&nbsp;is crucial to grasping<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"what religion is pakistan","footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3031","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-countries"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3031","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3031"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3031\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3031"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3031"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatreligionisinfo.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3031"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}