Most Americans say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral, but views differ by religion | Pew Research Center

April 20, 2023

Many people in U.S., other advanced economies say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral

Most Americans say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral, but views differ by religion

Most Americans say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral, but views differ by religion

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Most Americans say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral, but views differ by religion

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Many people in U.S., other advanced economies say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral
Most Americans say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral, but views differ by religion
Majorities in most countries say belief in God is not necessary to be moral
Even among those affiliated with a religion, most say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral
Those on the ideological left are generally more likely to say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral