JOURNAL FOR THE STUDY OF RELIGIONS AND IDEOLOGIES
Scope & Guideline
Connecting scholars in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Exploration of Religion and Ideology:
The journal encourages submissions that analyze the interplay between religious beliefs and ideological constructs, integrating perspectives from philosophy, sociology, and cultural studies. - Impact of Technology on Religious Practices:
A significant focus is on how digital technology, including social media and artificial intelligence, influences religious expressions and community dynamics, reflecting contemporary challenges faced by traditional beliefs. - Cultural Contexts of Religion:
The journal highlights studies that examine how religious practices adapt or resist in various cultural settings, especially in response to globalization and modernization. - Philosophical and Theological Inquiry:
It promotes philosophical discussions surrounding religious concepts, ethics, and existential questions, drawing from historical and contemporary thinkers. - Spirituality and Personal Development:
Research on the intersection of spirituality, personal growth, and psychological well-being is a key area, particularly in the context of counseling and therapy.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Religion and Technology:
There is a growing trend in exploring the implications of digital technology on religious practices, including the role of social media, artificial intelligence, and online communities in shaping modern faith experiences. - Intersections of Religion and Politics:
Recent publications are increasingly addressing the intersections of religion with political ideologies, particularly in the context of populism and global political movements, highlighting religion's role in contemporary governance. - Mental Health and Spirituality:
Emerging research focuses on the relationship between spirituality and mental health, emphasizing the role of religious practices in personal development and psychological well-being. - Cultural Intelligence and Globalization:
There is an increasing interest in how globalization impacts religious practices and ideologies, with studies focusing on cultural intelligence and the adaptation of religious beliefs in multicultural settings. - Environmental Ethics in Religion:
A noteworthy trend includes the exploration of ecological ethics within religious frameworks, addressing how faith communities respond to environmental crises and contribute to sustainability efforts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Religious Practices in Isolation:
Previous emphasis on the isolated study of traditional religious practices without considering their interaction with modernity and technology is becoming less frequent, as the journal increasingly prioritizes contemporary relevance. - Secularization as a Dominant Theme:
While secularization was a prominent topic in earlier publications, recent papers indicate a shift towards exploring the integration of religion within modern contexts, leading to a decrease in focus on secularization itself. - Historical Analysis of Religions:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers focusing solely on historical analyses of religious texts and practices, with a growing preference for contemporary applications and implications. - Exclusively Theoretical Religious Debates:
The journal is moving away from purely theoretical debates about religious doctrines, favoring empirical research and practical implications of religious beliefs in today's society. - Local and National Religious Contexts:
Research focused exclusively on localized or national religious contexts without a global or comparative perspective is becoming less prevalent, reflecting the journal's increasing emphasis on global interconnectedness.
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