Abstract

<p>This study examines the dimensions of religiosity based on a sample of undergraduate students in a large state university in Kuwait. It aims to develop and test a multi-dimensional scale to measure religiosity in a Muslim sample. More specifically, the current research tests the properties of a newly developed religiosity scale designed for a Muslim sample consisting of two sub-scales, a spiritual and a behavioral one. The self-report data support the two dimensions of religiosity but, while the two dimensions are related, their statistical distributions were different indicating a possible “desirability bias” effect. Future studies should guard against this possibility by using complex survey techniques such as randomized responses and unmatched count. </p>

Highlights

  • The religious dimension of the human experience has interested many thinkers and philosophers over the years

  • This study examines the dimensions of religiosity based on a sample of undergraduate students in a large state university in Kuwait

  • The current research tests the properties of a newly developed religiosity scale designed for a Muslim sample consisting of two sub-scales, a spiritual and a behavioral one

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The religious dimension of the human experience has interested many thinkers and philosophers over the years. Empirical social science has not made it a coherent or legitimate area of investigation (Krauss et al, 2007; Joseph & Diduca, 2007). Religious behavior and belief offer a rich and challenging area of study. Furrow and Wagner (2000) suggest that critical influences and resources emanating from religious belief are an essential part of socialization process of youth in many parts of the world. Spirituality and religion are central characteristics of the human experience (King & Boyatzis, 2004). A Gallup poll on a sample of 50,000 participants in 60 countries found that 87% of the participants identified themselves as being members of a religious group, 63% mentioned that God is very significant in their lives and 75% believe in God, or some divine power (Gallup, 1999)

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