Personality and religiosity (The case of Artvin)

Personality and Religiosity in our research, which is specifically addressed to Artvin, the personality traits of the sample group are mainly revealed. This outcome of using the Five Factor Personality Inventory was the result of outward turnover, clearance and compatibility personality traits. Then the level of religiosity of the sample group was examined. In the general sense, it was detected that the sample group showed internal orientated religiousness. When the religiosity sub-dimensions were examined, it was concluded that the sample group achieved high scores on religion's belief, influence and social sub-dimensions. The study also examined correlations between personality traits and levels of religiosity. Accordingly, there was a positive correlation between levels of religiosity and outward turnover and emotional inconsistency. As a result of the research, it was found that there were significant differences between the levels of religiosity and personality traits and the personality traits of religiosity. The results were consistent with previous research and the result that personality traits were correlated with religiosity.