Biblical Interpretation-A Journal of Contemporary Approaches

metrics 2024

Fostering Insightful Discourse in Religious Studies

Introduction

Biblical Interpretation: A Journal of Contemporary Approaches is a prestigious academic journal published by BRILL, based in the Netherlands. With an ISSN of 0927-2569 and E-ISSN 1568-5152, this journal has emerged as a significant platform for scholarly discourse in the field of Religious Studies, particularly focusing on contemporary methodologies in biblical interpretation. Ranked in the Q2 category with an impressive 59th percentile status in the Scopus Ranks, it serves as a critical resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike. The journal has been in publication since 1988, offering insights that bridge historical texts with modern interpretative practices, thus fostering richer understandings of biblical literature. Although not open access, its rigorous peer-review process ensures that the articles published uphold the highest academic standards, making it an essential addition to any serious scholar's library.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.17
Journal Impact Factor0.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.40
H-Index19
Journal IF Without Self0.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.08
Influence0.31
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life7.70
Citing Half Life18.30
JCI0.37
Total Documents590
WOS Total Citations185
SCIMAGO Total Citations384
SCIMAGO SELF Citations23
Scopus Journal Rank0.17
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.19
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.30
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.33

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Religious Studies in Arts and Humanities
Rank #259/644
Percentile 59.78
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

RELIGION
Rank 197/339
Percentile 41.89
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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