Political Theology

metrics 2024

Exploring the Intersection of Faith and Governance

Introduction

Political Theology, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, is a premier scholarly journal dedicated to the exploration of the intricate relationships between politics, religion, and theology. With an ISSN of 1462-317X and an E-ISSN of 1743-1719, this journal has established a significant foothold in both Religious Studies and Sociology and Political Science, evidenced by its ranking in the top quartile (Q1) for the former and Q3 for the latter, according to 2023 metrics. It engages a dynamic community of researchers, professionals, and students passionate about examining how theological concepts influence political structures and civic engagement. The journal serves as a vital platform for critical discourse, innovative theory, and empirical research, fostering a deeper understanding of contemporary political phenomena through a theological lens. Academic inquiry is further enriched by its varied access options, ensuring that cutting-edge research is available for all interested scholars across the globe. With its convergence years spanning from 2013 to 2024, Political Theology remains committed to advancing knowledge and promoting dialogue at the intersection of faith and politics.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.19
Journal Impact Factor0.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.50
H-Index9
Journal IF Without Self0.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.14
Influence0.28
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life6.90
Citing Half Life13.60
JCI0.73
Total Documents583
WOS Total Citations271
SCIMAGO Total Citations288
SCIMAGO SELF Citations34
Scopus Journal Rank0.19
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.24
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.27
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.29

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Religious Studies in Arts and Humanities
Rank #229/644
Percentile 64.44
Quartile Q2
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #1110/1466
Percentile 24.28
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

RELIGION
Rank 107/339
Percentile 68.44
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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