Faith, religion, belief - whatever you prefer to call it - has been a part of the Australian landscape since ancient times. Today it continues as a core part of Australian society. Although Christianity is the largest faith, there are many, many more making up our national character. As well as other major religions, including Islam and Judaism, there are the smaller groups such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Baha'i, down to the tiny groups like Jainism and Zoroastrianism. Some are centered on an all-powerful, all-seeing, all-knowing God; others are based on lifestyle philosophies that lead to a state of �holiness'. This book encompasses all the faiths, religions and beliefs present in modern Australia, telling the story of their development and detailing the belief systems. All Christian denominations are included, as are the various segments of the other major religions.