The Relationship between Religiosity and Spirituality among Lebanese Male and Female College Students
Abstract
The purpose of this exploratory study was to examine the relationship between religion and spirituality. Studies have examined religiosity as a predictor of numerous psychological outcomes. However, few studies have investigated the different types of religious orientations as predictors of spiritual transcendence. Several dimensions of numinous functioning were assessed. The Religious Sentiments scale (RS) was used to assess the degree of religiosity. The Religious Orientation Scale (ROS) assessed the different religious motivations. The level of spirituality was assessed with the Spiritual Transcendence Scale (STS). Scales measuring each of the variables and a demographic questionnaire were compiled and given to 155 college students. Both intrinsic and extrinsic religious orientations were positively correlated with spiritual transcendence. Further analysis showed two additional types of religious orientations, indiscriminately pro religious and anti religious. Significant differences were found between the four groups. Additionally, there was no difference in religiosity and spiritual transcendence between males and females.
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Alaoui Kurd, M. (2012). The Relationship between Religiosity and Spirituality among Lebanese Male and Female College Students (SBS thesis, Haigazian University)