Religion

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a Caribbean Island nation with a population of approximately 102,089 people. According to the CIA World Factbook, the majority religion in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is Protestant Christianity. This religion is practiced by 70.6% of the population. In the country, various Protestant denominations are active. Anglicans, Pentecostals, Methodists, Seventh-day Adventists, and Baptists account for 17.8%, 10.78%, 10.2%, and 10% of the population, respectively.

The islands of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines were originally home to the naive Island Caribs, who fiercely resisted European invasion. The indigenous faiths are practiced by the natives, which usually involve polytheistic beliefs and nature worship. They were successful in their efforts until 1719. The remaining Island Caribs and Africans were converted to Christianity by European Christian missionaries.

Although the country's population is predominantly Christian, many people continue to practice their traditional religions' rituals and customs. For example, many islanders place a high value on dreams, which they regard as genuine spiritual experiences. They believe that supernatural powers exist. They frequently perform rituals to ward off evil spirits. Elders are highly respected in society as wise individuals with extensive spiritual knowledge. The people also revere Christian teachings and incorporate them into their daily lives. Christmas, Good Friday, Easter Monday, and other national holidays are observed.