Positioned in the heart of the Bible Belt, Tennessee has a high rate of religious adherence, heavily influencing its culture and communities.
* **Christianity**: The population is predominantly Protestant. The Southern Baptist Convention and the United Methodist Church are the largest denominations. Nashville is home to the executive committee of the Southern Baptist Convention and several major Christian publishing houses (like Thomas Nelson and LifeWay). * **Megachurches**: The state is home to several prominent megachurches, such as Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis and Cross Point Church in Nashville. * **Diverse Faiths**: While predominantly Christian, Tennessee's major cities have diverse and growing communities of faith, including historic synagogues (like The Temple - Congregation Ohabai Sholom in Nashville), Islamic centers, and Hindu and Buddhist temples.