According to Gallup Polls, over half of Americans today feel that religion is a very important part of their lives. Another quarter of Americans believe it is fairly important. While gender,age, geography, and political affiliation play a large part in those numbers, it is safe to say that religion is important in our present day society. It is also important to note that the people in our country have varied belief systems.
The four major faiths in the United States today include Protestantism, Catholicism, Judaism, and Islam. Other religious groups include the Latter Day Saints, Eastern Orthodoxy, Christian Science, and Native American Religions. Jainism and Sikhism evolved out of India, while Baha'ism was founded in Persia, or Iran. New Age Spirituality, Wicca (witchcraft), and Cults are movements on the rise, as well.
The First Ammendment to the United States Constitution in 1791 states that the government is not allowed to make laws that establish or prohibit religion. Although the Supreme Court banned prayer in schools in 1963, groups have tried to get it reinstated. Even though the Seperation of Church and State prohibits the practice of religion in a school district, religion can be taught as a concept to study. Students may be exposed to various differing belief systems without having one imposed on them. While schools can teach religious awareness, they are forbidden to attempt to pressure or convert students into accepting particular faiths.
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