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The different types of Christianity, explained

From Roman Catholicism to Eastern Orthodoxy, Protestantism, and more

The different types of Christianity, explained
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09/06/2025 15:00 ‧ 2 hours ago | StarsInsider

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Christianity is the largest religion in the world. It's estimated that

over 2.4 billion people follow the Christian faith around the globe. There are, however, several branches of Christianity. In fact, there are literally thousands of different Christian denominations, with some estimates pointing to around 45,000. But how do they differ?

In this gallery, we'll get to know more about the main branches of Christianity and their differences. Click on for a real lesson!

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