I don't think this is a fair blanket statement. The fact is that most people don't enjoy reading (or learning) and many are functionally illiterate. Religious

I don't think this is a fair blanket statement. The fact is that most people don't enjoy reading (or learning) and many are functionally illiterate. Religious leaders aren't going to stop practicing & preaching in order to educate their flocks -- ESPECIALLY in Christianity; many other major religions have a stronger focus on education. I know many people, of different religions, who place a strong emphasis on scholarly research to inform and strengthen their faith.