Protestantism in Qatar

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Protestants are less than 1 % of the population of Qatar.[1] There is some limitation of the religious liberty of Christians. [2] The constitution provides for religious liberty.[3] Proselytizing by non-Muslims is prohibited by law.[4] No foreign missionary groups operate openly in the country.[5] Religious groups must register with the Government for legal recognition.[6] Christians are subject to the Sharia. [7] Christian religious literature in English is available in bookstore.[8] In 2006 the first building of a church in 14 centuries was started.[9] It is built in Doha.[10] It includes conference center and meeting rooms.[11]Publication, import and distribution of Christian religious literature is banned.[12]

[edit] Denominations

Source of the list: The World Christian Encyclopedia, Second edition, Volume 1, p. 617

[edit] References

  1. ^ Wikipedia on Protestantism by country.
  2. ^ Wikipedia on Qatar.
  3. ^ State Department on Qatar.
  4. ^ State Department on Qatar.
  5. ^ State Department on Qatar.
  6. ^ State Department on Qatar.
  7. ^ State Department on Qatar.
  8. ^ Christian Science Monitor.
  9. ^ Christian Science Monitor.
  10. ^ Beliefnet.com.
  11. ^ Beliefnet.com.
  12. ^ Open Doors UK.
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