Religious body refers to an organized group of people who are devoted to a particular religion or religious faith. There are several synonyms for religious body including religious organization, faith community, church, denomination, sect, cult, and congregation. Religious organization refers to a group of people who are dedicated to promoting and practicing a particular faith. Faith community refers to a group of people who share the same religious beliefs, practices, and traditions. Church refers to a group of people who worship and practice their religion together under a particular religious authority. Denomination refers to a subgroup within a larger religion that shares a particular set of beliefs and practices. Sect is a synonym for denomination that implies a strong level of separatism. Cult refers to a religious group that is typically small, exclusive, and led by a charismatic leader. Congregation refers to a group of people who gather together to worship and practice their religion.