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- A Pew Research survey from May 2023 indicates that 76% of American Jews raised in the faith continue to identify as Jews in adulthood, exceeding the national average of 56% for all religions.
- The survey, which included 9,000 adults, found that retention rates are highest among Hindus at 82% and Muslims at 77%.
- Key reasons for remaining Jewish include appreciation for traditions (60%) and community (57%).
- Among those who left their childhood religion, 46% cited disbelief in its teachings.
- Only 3% of adults raised without religion later adopted one, while 84% of those with positive religious experiences still identify with their faith.
