Religion

Religion plays a significant role in Georgia's community life, reflecting both historic traditions and growing diversity. * **Christianity**: The state is predominantly Christian, with the Southern Baptist Convention and United Methodist Church being among the largest denominations. Historic churches like Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta served as the spiritual home of the Civil Rights Movement. * **Diverse Communities**: Metro Atlanta is home to a highly diverse religious landscape. It features one of the largest Hindu temples outside of India (BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Lilburn), as well as numerous vibrant mosques, synagogues, and Buddhist centers serving growing immigrant and international populations.