| Survey year | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 52% | 7% | 4% | 35% | 2% | 1,604 |
| 2007 | 52% | 6% | 2% | 37% | 2% | 1,177 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Demographic✭Information
Age distribution among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who are ages…
| Frequency of meditation | 18-29 | 30-49 | 50-64 | 65+ | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 19% | 36% | 32% | 13% | 829 |
| Once or twice a month | 33% | 44% | 21% | 3% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 22% | 46% | 24% | 7% | 548 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Generational cohort among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who are…
| Frequency of meditation | Younger Millennial | Older Millennial | Generation X | Baby Boomer | Silent | Greatest | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 11% | 14% | 30% | 35% | 9% | < 1% | 829 |
| Once or twice a month | 18% | 30% | 28% | 22% | 2% | < 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 12% | 21% | 35% | 27% | 4% | < 1% | 548 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Gender composition among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who are…
| Frequency of meditation | Men | Women | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 41% | 59% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 51% | 49% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 46% | 54% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Racial and ethnic composition among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who identify as…
| Frequency of meditation | White | Black | Asian | Latino | Other/Mixed | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 68% | 10% | 3% | 12% | 6% | 836 |
| Once or twice a month | 69% | 9% | 4% | 10% | 8% | 110 |
| Seldom/never | 76% | 8% | 1% | 10% | 5% | 551 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Immigrant status among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who are…
| Frequency of meditation | Immigrants | Second generation | Third generation or higher | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 6% | 10% | 84% | 839 |
| Once or twice a month | 5% | 8% | 87% | 110 |
| Seldom/never | 6% | 8% | 86% | 550 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Income distribution among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who have a household income of…
| Frequency of meditation | Less than $30,000 | $30,000-$49,999 | $50,000-$99,999 | $100,000 or more | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 28% | 22% | 31% | 18% | 753 |
| Once or twice a month | 24% | 26% | 28% | 21% | 105 |
| Seldom/never | 22% | 21% | 36% | 20% | 497 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Educational distribution among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who have completed…
| Frequency of meditation | High school or less | Some college | College | Post-graduate degree | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 30% | 41% | 19% | 10% | 847 |
| Once or twice a month | 26% | 43% | 18% | 13% | 110 |
| Seldom/never | 33% | 38% | 20% | 10% | 554 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Marital status among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who are…
| Frequency of meditation | Married | Living with a partner | Divorced/separated | Widowed | Never married | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 55% | 4% | 15% | 5% | 20% | 847 |
| Once or twice a month | 47% | 7% | 9% | 3% | 34% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 57% | 4% | 14% | 3% | 22% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Parent of children under 18 among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who are…
| Frequency of meditation | Parents | Non-parents | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 35% | 65% | 843 |
| Once or twice a month | 33% | 67% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 43% | 57% | 551 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Beliefs✭and✭Practices
Belief in God among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say they…
| Frequency of meditation | Believe in God; absolutely certain | Believe in God; fairly certain | Believe in God; not too/not at all certain | Believe in God; don't know | Do not believe in God | Other/don't know if they believe in God | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 94% | 5% | 1% | < 1% | < 1% | < 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 88% | 12% | < 1% | < 1% | < 1% | < 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 90% | 9% | 1% | < 1% | < 1% | < 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Importance of religion in one's life among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say religion is…
| Frequency of meditation | Very important | Somewhat important | Not too important | Not at all important | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 87% | 9% | 1% | 2% | 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 74% | 21% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 77% | 19% | 2% | 1% | < 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Attendance at religious services among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who attend religious services…
| Frequency of meditation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month/a few times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 70% | 22% | 7% | < 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 57% | 31% | 12% | < 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 58% | 32% | 10% | < 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of prayer among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who pray…
| Frequency of meditation | At least daily | Weekly | Monthly | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 92% | 6% | < 1% | < 1% | < 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 74% | 16% | 6% | 4% | < 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 73% | 18% | 3% | 5% | 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of participation in prayer, scripture study or religious education groups among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who attend prayer group…
| Frequency of meditation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 57% | 13% | 8% | 21% | 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 33% | 11% | 16% | 40% | < 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 34% | 19% | 10% | 36% | 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of feeling spiritual peace and wellbeing among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who feel a sense of spiritual peace and wellbeing…
| Frequency of meditation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 88% | 8% | 2% | 2% | < 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 59% | 30% | 8% | 2% | < 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 70% | 12% | 9% | 8% | 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of feeling wonder about the universe among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who feel a sense of wonder about the universe…
| Frequency of meditation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 64% | 14% | 7% | 13% | 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 42% | 22% | 19% | 15% | 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 37% | 18% | 13% | 30% | 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sources of guidance on right and wrong among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say they look to…most for guidance on right and wrong
| Frequency of meditation | Religion | Philosophy/reason | Common sense | Science | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 73% | 4% | 19% | 1% | 3% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 60% | 13% | 24% | < 1% | 3% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 61% | 6% | 30% | 2% | 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Belief in absolute standards for right and wrong among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say…
| Frequency of meditation | There are clear standards for what is right and wrong | Right or wrong depends on the situation | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 62% | 35% | 1% | 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 42% | 57% | < 1% | < 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 53% | 46% | 1% | < 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of reading scripture among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who read scripture…
| Frequency of meditation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 82% | 8% | 3% | 6% | < 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 57% | 20% | 11% | 12% | < 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 58% | 14% | 7% | 20% | < 1% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Interpreting scripture among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say the holy scripture is…
| Frequency of meditation | Word of God; should be taken literally | Word of God; not everything taken literally | Word of God; other/don't know | Not the word of God | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 56% | 30% | 6% | 5% | 3% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 40% | 45% | 3% | 7% | 5% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 45% | 39% | 5% | 6% | 4% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Belief in Heaven among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who …in heaven
| Frequency of meditation | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 84% | 7% | 9% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 82% | 11% | 7% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 88% | 6% | 6% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Belief in Hell among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who …in hell
| Frequency of meditation | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 80% | 10% | 10% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 80% | 13% | 7% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 82% | 11% | 7% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Social✭and✭Political✭Views
Party affiliation among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who identify as…
| Frequency of meditation | Republican/lean Rep. | No lean | Democrat/lean Dem. | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 60% | 17% | 23% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 58% | 17% | 24% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 62% | 14% | 24% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Political ideology among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who are…
| Frequency of meditation | Conservative | Moderate | Liberal | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 59% | 26% | 10% | 5% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 45% | 37% | 15% | 2% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 53% | 32% | 11% | 4% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about size of government among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who would rather have…
| Frequency of meditation | Smaller government; fewer services | Bigger government; more services | Depends | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 70% | 23% | 4% | 3% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 63% | 27% | 8% | 2% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 71% | 23% | 2% | 3% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about government aid to the poor among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say government aid to the poor…
| Frequency of meditation | Does more harm than good | Does more good than harm | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 57% | 37% | 5% | 1% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 60% | 38% | 1% | 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 62% | 32% | 4% | 2% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about abortion among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say abortion should be…
| Frequency of meditation | Legal in all/most cases | Illegal in all/most cases | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 26% | 70% | 4% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 33% | 60% | 7% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 31% | 67% | 2% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about homosexuality among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say homosexuality…
| Frequency of meditation | Should be accepted | Should be discouraged | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 33% | 57% | 6% | 5% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 46% | 45% | 7% | 2% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 44% | 50% | 3% | 3% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about same-sex marriage among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who …same-sex marriage
| Frequency of meditation | Strongly favor/favor | Oppose/strongly oppose | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 25% | 66% | 8% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 35% | 60% | 5% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 35% | 58% | 7% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about environmental regulation among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say…
| Frequency of meditation | Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy | Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 46% | 46% | 3% | 4% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 42% | 57% | < 1% | < 1% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 44% | 50% | 4% | 2% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about human evolution among nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition by frequency of meditation
% of nondenominational Protestants in the Evangelical Tradition who say humans…
| Frequency of meditation | Evolved; due to natural processes | Evolved; due to God's design | Evolved; don't know how | Always existed in present form | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least once a week | 5% | 21% | 2% | 67% | 5% | 849 |
| Once or twice a month | 17% | 24% | 2% | 55% | 3% | 111 |
| Seldom/never | 7% | 31% | 2% | 57% | 3% | 555 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
