Psychological Type Theory and Religious and Spiritual Experiences

Abstract

Psychological type theory, originally proposed by Carl Jung and developed by instruments like the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator, the Keirsey Temperament Sorter, and the Francis Psychological Type Scales, provides a rich theoretical framework and a useful practical guide within which to understand and to promote religious and spiritual learning. This chapter defines and critiques psychological type theory, describes and evaluates measures of psychological type, reviews the growing body of research evidence linking psychological type with individual differences in religious and spiritual learning, and evaluates the relevance of the research literature for practice and application.