Introduction
As the oldest denomination of Christianity, Catholics adhere to the primary tenets of Christianity, including that Jesus is the son of God, was crucified, rose from the dead, and ascended into heaven. While Catholics hold many similar beliefs as the rest of Christianity, it is primarily differentiated by its leadership by the Pope.
On a geopolitical level, Catholics have experienced a mixed history, with highs like the Holy Roman Empire and lows of persecution—which persists in some Middle Eastern countries. Despite its tumultuous past, Catholicism is the largest religion in the world and has its own country, Vatican City.
Learn for yourself which countries have the highest catholic populations by going through the charts.
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