RELIGIOUS DECLINE

In Canada and the U. S. , the concept of a soul is not as clear-cut as one might think. Many people in these countries believe in a soul, but fewer believe in an afterlife. This suggests that the idea of a soul is evolving beyond traditional religious boundaries. Researchers surveyed over 1, 000 pe

In recent years, the role of religion in American life has been changing rapidly. A closer look at the data reveals a significant decline in the importance of faith among U. S. adults. Gallup's latest findings show that only 49% of Americans now consider religion important, a sharp drop from 66% in