Description

The Structure of Prayer Scale is an assessment tool developed to measure the frequency, content, and functions of prayer in people’s lives. Prayer is an important element of religious and spiritual life for many individuals, and this scale seeks to better understand people’s relationship with prayer.

Objective

The main objective of the Structure of Prayer Scale is to evaluate the various dimensions and purposes of prayer. Specifically, the scale aims to:
Record the frequency of prayer: Measure how often people pray on a daily or weekly basis.
Analyze the content of prayer: Examine the main themes and goals included in prayers.
Understand the functions of prayer: Analyze the psychological and social functions of prayer, such as seeking guidance, comfort, and expressing gratitude.
Examine the relationship with psychological well-being: Study how prayer influences individuals’ mental health and well-being.

Analysis

The analysis of data from the Structure of Prayer Scale involves evaluating responses to statements that reflect the frequency, content, and functions of prayer. Participants are asked to indicate the degree of their agreement or disagreement with various statements about prayer. The analysis can reveal patterns and trends in prayer practices and explore their relationships with other psychological and social parameters.

Scoring

The scoring of the scale is carried out through a Likert scale, where participants assess the intensity, frequency, and significance of their prayer practices. Responses are converted into numerical values, which are used to calculate overall prayer indices. This process allows for the comparison of prayer levels between different individuals and groups, as well as the analysis of the impact of prayer on psychological and social life.

References

Poloma, M. M., & Pendleton, B. F. (1989). Exploring types of prayer and their relationship to quality of life. Review of Religious Research.
Baylor Institute for Studies of Religion (2006). American Piety in the 21st Century: New Insights to the Depth and Complexity of Religion in the US. Baylor University.
Ellison, C. G., & Fan, D. (2008). Daily spiritual experiences and psychological well-being among US adults. Social Indicators Research.