Puritan Values Still Resonate in Today’s USA
A new study finds the value system of the early colonists, which links hard work, conservative sexual behavior and spiritual salvation, still has a hold on Americans’ psyches.
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The Psychological Seesaw of God and Country
New research suggests that when faith in government decreases, belief in an all-powerful deity rises.
Enlightenment Islam?
New Islamic theology courses offered at Goethe University in Frankfurt are an example of a new movement to train imams in Europe.
Anti-Gay Attitudes Undeterred by Golden Rule
Invoking the golden rule — the adage of “do unto others” — has no effect on Christians’ anti-gay attitudes, according to a new study.
Jewish Americans Win Alms Race
New research finds Jewish-American families are more likely than those of other faiths to give to charities focusing on basic needs such as food and shelter.
How Polling Places Can Affect Your Vote
Researchers argue the physical location of the polls not only affects how many people vote; it may also influence last-minute decisions regarding which box to mark or lever to pull.
Sometimes a Cross Is Not a Cross
Crucifixes in Italian classrooms, like a cross in the Mojave Desert, attract legal trouble.
And God Said, ‘Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff’
For believers, religion acts as an emotional buffer, making it less likely one will feel anxious after making a mistake.
Anti-Semitism Keeps Rising in Europe. Why?
It's not just because of Israeli military confrontations, even though incidents rise in tandem when it's active.
Mixing Prayer and School
A new generation of Muslims brings Western governments to revisit old ideas about school prayer.