A nationwide study about Americans’ perceptions and use of the Bible conducted by evangelical faith and culture research group Barna Research found 80% of American adults consider the Bible to be sacred or holy. The study included 1,005 telephone interviews and 1,078 online surveys in January.
80% of Americans consider the Bible sacred or holy.
88% of American households own a Bible.
56% of Americans believe the Bible has too little influence in today's society.
Those who are 48 years old and older are the most likely to believe this.
