Kingston’s Historic & Diverse Religions & Religious Icons

Jamaica boasts more churches per square mile, relative to its population, than any other country in the world. The number of places of worship in Kingston alone certainly support this theory. (Ja. Gleaner: Pieces of the Past). This week, Backyardlabrish will revisit the early history of religion in Jamaica and explore the root of this claim. Spanning the 17th to the 20th century and representing different Christian faiths as well as Judaism, Taoism and Hinduism, Kingston Jamaica’s capital city is outstanding. A true testimony to Jamaica’s diversity, these historic religious organizations played an important part in the Island’s educational and social development. They are also a strong influence on the island's architectural style and development and impact the cultural diversity. These influences are as strong and as diverse as the religious faith on the Island. Join the labrish and share memories and the influence of religion on your education and growing up in Jamaica “Land We Love”.