Religion and purpose

The last Gallup poll made in 84 countries in 2007 found out that only 2% of all respondents worldwide said they were secular or nonreligious.

"As researchers have long noted, religiosity tends to be highest among poorer, less educated populations -- providing a source of hope where it is most needed. As these data indicate, religion can also provide a much-needed sense of direction for those to whom life might otherwise seem futile".