Is priesthood an adaptive strategy? Evidence from a historical Irish population

This study examines the socioeconomic and familial background of Irish Catholic priests born between 1867 and 1911. Previous research has hypothesized that lack of marriage opportunities may influence adoption of celibacy as part of a religious institution. The present study traced data from Irish s...

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Main Authors: Deady, D, Law Smith, M, Kent, J, Dunbar, R
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2006