Some correlates of beliefs in the malevolence and benevolence of supernatural beings: a cross societal study
Journal of Abnormal and Social Psychology • Vol/Iss. 58 • Published In • Pages: 162-169 •
By Lambert, William W., Triandis, Leigh Minturn, Wolf, Margery
Hypothesis
"A clear relationship between absence of pain from nurturing agent in infancy and [belief of predominant benevolence of] . . . supernaturals is shown" (164)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparison of percentages | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Absence Of Pain Inflicted By Nurturing Agent In Infancy | Independent | Infant Care |
| Diety Benevolent Or Aggressive | Dependent | Spirits And Gods |