Cao Dai

Vietnamese syncretic4-6 millionLatin (Vietnamese)

TraditionVietnamese syncretic

Founded1926 AD

Followers4-6 million

Script/LanguageLatin (Vietnamese)

About Cao Dai

A syncretic religion founded in Vietnam. Combines elements of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Christianity, and Islam. The Supreme Being is represented by the Divine Eye. Victor Hugo, Sun Yat-sen, and Trang Trinh are recognized as saints. The Holy See in Tay Ninh has unique architecture.

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