Buddhism in Myanmar is predominantly of the
Theravada tradition, practised by 89% of the country's population It is the most religious Buddhist country in terms of the proportion of monks in the population and proportion of income spent on religion. Adherents are most likely found among the dominant
Bamar people,
Shan,
Rakhine,
Mon,
Karen,
Zo, and
Chinese who are well integrated into Burmese society.
Monks, collectively known as the
sangha, are venerated members of Burmese society. Among many ethnic groups in Myanmar, including the Bamar and Shan, Theravada Buddhism is practised in conjunction with
nat worship, which involves the placation of spirits who can intercede in worldly affairs.