The birth of the gods; the origin of primitive beliefs
University of Michigan Press • Ann Arbor • Published In • Pages: 260 •
By Swanson, Guy E.
Hypothesis
"The number of superior deities is positively and significantly related to the number of specialties of a type compatible with the nature of a society's ultimately sovereign organization" (96)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi square | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | Two-tailed |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Polytheism | Dependent | Theological Systems |
| Specialties Compatible With Organization | Independent | Occupational Specialization |