The word religion means a basis, a standard to follow based around a belief system that is tempting to have become a reality. It is a picture perfect idea that can help lead someone through their life's hardships, and support them by receiving and giving prayers to live their holiest and most full life. Some religions have lasted for such lengths of time since they have a structure built around them, they've gained a following of people who are attracted to the ideas the religion offers. For example, Christianity has grown and built itself into modern societies since it has ideas that people are attracted to and want to be a reality, such as the afterlife, which rewards someone for living a holy life, giving them a forever heaven after they die. Governments can also play a power in ingraining religions into a nation, making it last for thousands of years.
