Interdisciplinary Journal for Religion and Transformation in Contemporary Society
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Scholars to Navigate Religious Transformations
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Exploration of Religion:
The journal encourages contributions from various disciplines, including sociology, anthropology, history, and theology, to foster a comprehensive understanding of religion's role in social transformation. - Global Religious Comparisons:
A core focus is on comparative studies that examine religious phenomena across different cultures and historical contexts, highlighting the interconnectedness of global religious traditions. - Ritual Innovations and Adaptations:
The journal frequently addresses how religious rituals and practices adapt in response to contemporary challenges, such as globalization, migration, and pandemics, revealing the dynamic nature of religious life. - Gender and Religion:
There is a consistent emphasis on gender studies within religion, exploring the roles of gender in religious practices, leadership, and transformations, thus contributing to feminist discourse in the field. - Cultural Translation and Hybridization:
The journal investigates how religious ideas and practices are translated and transformed in different cultural settings, emphasizing themes of hybridity and syncretism in contemporary societies. - The Impact of Modernity on Religion:
It addresses the effects of modernization, secularization, and post-secular dynamics on religious beliefs and practices, reflecting on how contemporary issues reshape religious identities. - Methodological Innovation:
The journal is open to methodological advancements in the study of religion, encouraging new frameworks and approaches that can enhance the understanding of religious dynamics.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Religion:
A notable trend is the exploration of how the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced religious practices, community engagement, and individual spirituality, highlighting the adaptability of religious life in crises. - Gender and Religious Transformation:
There is an increasing focus on gender issues within religious contexts, particularly how gender roles and identities are being redefined in contemporary religious practices and beliefs. - Globalization and Religious Networks:
Emerging papers emphasize the impact of globalization on religious movements and networks, exploring how local practices are influenced by global trends and interactions. - Religious Pluralism and Interfaith Dialogue:
A rising interest in religious pluralism and interfaith dialogue reflects broader societal trends towards inclusivity and understanding among diverse religious traditions. - Spirituality and Well-being:
The exploration of spirituality in relation to mental health and well-being is gaining traction, indicating a shift towards understanding the personal and societal benefits of spiritual practices. - Cultural Translation of Religious Texts:
There is a growing interest in how religious texts and ideas are translated and adapted across cultures, emphasizing the importance of context in understanding religious meanings.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Religious Structures:
There seems to be a waning interest in the study of traditional religious institutions and hierarchies, as the journal increasingly focuses on grassroots movements and individual spiritual practices. - Theoretical Discussions on Absolute Truths:
Papers discussing absolute truths within religious contexts have become less frequent, possibly due to a growing emphasis on relativism and contextualization of beliefs in contemporary discourse. - Historical Religious Narratives:
While historical perspectives remain important, there is a noticeable decline in papers that solely focus on historical narratives of religions without connecting them to current societal transformations. - Secularization as a Dominant Theme:
The theme of secularization, once a primary focus, appears to be less emphasized in favor of more nuanced discussions about the interplay between religion and secularism in contemporary settings. - Legalistic Approaches to Religion:
There has been a decrease in articles that focus strictly on legalistic interpretations of religious texts, indicating a shift towards more experiential and lived religion perspectives.
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