The relationship between bible reading and purpose in life among 13–15-year-olds

The relationship between bible reading and perceived purpose in life is explored among a sample of 25,888 13-15-year-olds throughout England and Wales, alongside information about sex, age, personality, belief in God and church attendance. The conclusion is drawn that bible reading makes a small but...

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Published in:Mental health, religion & culture
Main Author: Francis, Leslie J. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Taylor & Francis 2000
In: Mental health, religion & culture
Year: 2000, Volume: 3, Issue: 1, Pages: 27-36
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Summary:The relationship between bible reading and perceived purpose in life is explored among a sample of 25,888 13-15-year-olds throughout England and Wales, alongside information about sex, age, personality, belief in God and church attendance. The conclusion is drawn that bible reading makes a small but unique contribution to promoting a sense of purpose in life among this age group.
ISSN:1469-9737
Contains:Enthalten in: Mental health, religion & culture
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1080/13674670050002072