Another one of the oldest church is St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Church, located at Palayur (also spelt Palayoor), in Thrissur district in Kerala on the west coast of India. According to Saint Thomas christian tradition, the Syrian church was established in 52-54 AD by St Thomas, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ.
What churches are in India?
Top 10 Most Popular Churches in India
- Basilica of Bom Jesus, Goa.
- Santa Cruz Basilica, Kerala.
- Reis Magos Church, Goa.
- St. Francis Church, Kerala.
- Velankanni Church, Tamil Nadu.
- Se Catherine Church, Goa.
- San Thome Basilica, Tamil Nadu.
- St. Paul Cathedral, West Bengal.
How did Christianity start in India?
According to the written records of St Thomas Christians, Christianity was introduced to the Indian subcontinent by Thomas the Apostle, who is said to have sailed to the Malabar region in 52 AD, the present-day Kerala, India.
Who brought Christianity in India?
The Saint Thomas Christians have also been nicknamed such due to their reverence for Saint Thomas the Apostle, who is said to have brought Christianity to India. The name dates back to the period of Portuguese colonisation. They are also known, especially locally, as Nasrani or Nasrani Mappila.
What is an Indian church called?
In Hinduism, the temple is called a mandir. Each mandir is dedicated to a specific Hindu god or goddess.
Where is India’s biggest church?
The biggest church in India is “Morning star church” in Velankanni with around a seating capacity of 10,000 people. It’s is a Roman Catholic church.
Who controls Churches in India?
National Council of Churches in India
| Formation | 1914, India |
|---|---|
| President | The Most Rev. P.C. Singh, Church of North India |
| Vice President | Rev. D. R. Sadananda (Church of South India) |
| Vice President | Ms. Leena Thomas (Marthoma Syrian Church) |
| Vice President | Mr. Liju Jacob Kuriakose (Jacobite Syrian Christian Church) |
Which is the oldest religion in the world?
The word Hindu is an exonym, and while Hinduism has been called the oldest religion in the world, many practitioners refer to their religion as Sanātana Dharma (Sanskrit: सनातन धर्म, lit.
Which religion is the best religion in world?
Adherents in 2020
| Religion | Adherents | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christianity | 2.382 billion | 31.11% |
| Islam | 1.907 billion | 24.9% |
| Secular/Nonreligious/Agnostic/Atheist | 1.193 billion | 15.58% |
| Hinduism | 1.161 billion | 15.16% |
When did Jesus come to India?
It is commonly believed that Christianity came to India with St Thomas as early as 52 CE. He is said to have landed in Kerala and the religion took root there. He then walked across to Mylapore in present day Chennai, spoke of a new God in a new land, and left his footprints on the sands of time.