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Assessing belief in the 10 commandments: the multidimensional 10 commandments questionnaire.

William E Snell¹, Gail A Overbey

¹Department of Psychology, Southeast Missouri State University, One University Plaza, MS#5700, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, USA. wesnell@semo.edu

Journal of Religion and Health

|December 24, 2008

Summary

This study introduces the Multidimensional 10 Commandments Questionnaire (M10CQ) to measure belief in the 10 Commandments. Findings show religious beliefs impact mental health, parenting, and relationships.

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Area of Science:

Psychology of Religion
Social Psychology
Measurement in Psychology

Background:

Existing instruments often fail to capture specific religious values and beliefs.
There is a need for validated tools to assess adherence to religious tenets.
The 10 Commandments represent a core set of religious and ethical principles for many.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce and provide preliminary evidence for the reliability and validity of the Multidimensional 10 Commandments Questionnaire (M10CQ).
To assess belief in the 10 Commandments using a novel self-report instrument.
To explore the relationship between belief in the 10 Commandments and various life domains.

Main Methods:

Development and administration of the Multidimensional 10 Commandments Questionnaire (M10CQ).
Data collection from three independent samples.
Statistical analyses to establish reliability (internal consistency) and explore predictive validity.

Main Results:

The M10CQ demonstrated good reliability across its subscales.
Women generally endorsed the 10 Commandments more strongly than men.
Belief in specific Commandments was associated with reduced hostility, more authoritarian/authoritative parenting, and more trusting interpersonal attachments.

Conclusions:

The M10CQ is a reliable and potentially valid instrument for measuring belief in the 10 Commandments.
Religious beliefs, as measured by the M10 Commandments, are integrated with mental health, parenting, and interpersonal relationships.
The M10CQ offers a valuable tool for researchers studying religious values and their impact on human behavior.