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[BullNBear52]

Since we are parsing words,

Definition of RELIGION
1a : the state of a religious <a nun in her 20th year of religion> b (1) : the service and worship of God or the supernatural (2) : commitment or devotion to religious faith or observance
2: a personal set or institutionalized system of religious attitudes, beliefs, and practices

There are many religions, such as Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism.

Related to RELIGION
Synonyms: credo, creed, cult, faith, persuasion
Antonyms: atheism, godlessness

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/religion

Now if it ends in an ism it is a belief.

Have a nice evening.