INTERPRETATION-A JOURNAL OF BIBLE AND THEOLOGY

metrics 2024

Fostering a vibrant community of theological inquiry.

Introduction

INTERPRETATION: A JOURNAL OF BIBLE AND THEOLOGY is a premier academic journal published by SAGE Publications Inc, dedicated to advancing the scholarship in the fields of Bible and theological studies. With an ISSN of 0020-9643 and an E-ISSN of 2159-340X, this journal has established itself as a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike, particularly noted for its high ranking in the 2023 category quartiles as Q1 in Religious Studies. The journal consistently ranks #101 out of 644 in Scopus, highlighting its significant impact and wide-reaching influence within the academic community. Since its inception, spanning converged years from 1965 to 1966, 1998, and currently from 2002 to 2024, it has presented a wealth of innovative research, critical reviews, and theological discourse. Although it operates under a subscription model, the depth and rigor of published articles make it an indispensable platform for those engaging seriously with theological inquiry. The journal is headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, and continues to serve as a cornerstone for deepening understanding and scholarship in religious studies.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.29
Journal Impact Factor0.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.30
H-Index14
Journal IF Without Self0.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.03
Influence0.18
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life25.00
Citing Half Life14.60
JCI0.12
Total Documents733
WOS Total Citations258
SCIMAGO Total Citations380
SCIMAGO SELF Citations7
Scopus Journal Rank0.29
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.65
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.55
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.56

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Religious Studies in Arts and Humanities
Rank #101/644
Percentile 84.32
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

RELIGION
Rank 294/339
Percentile 13.27
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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