The power of religion
Journal of Economic Growth • Vol/Iss. Online only • Springer • • Published In • Pages: 1-34 •
By Bentzen, Jeanet Sinding , Gokmen, Gunes
Hypothesis
Societies that have used religious law are more likely to be religious today.
Note
This uses data from the World Values Survey and European Values Survey. Note once again that Muslim countries may drive part of this variation.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinary Least Squares | Supported | p<.01 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Presence of Religious Laws | Independent | Law, Theological Systems |
| Degree of Religiosity | Dependent | General Character Of Religion |