Revista Chilena de Estudios Medievales
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Scholars to the Legacy of the Medieval World
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Philosophical and Theological Inquiry:
The journal frequently publishes papers that delve into the philosophical and theological thought of prominent medieval figures such as Augustine of Hippo and Thomas Aquinas, examining their contributions to ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology. - Cultural and Historical Contextualization:
It focuses on the socio-political and cultural contexts of the medieval period, analyzing how these contexts influenced various phenomena such as religious practices, governance, and societal structures. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal encourages interdisciplinary research that combines history, literature, art, and philosophy, offering a holistic view of the medieval world. - Analysis of Medieval Texts and Manuscripts:
There is a consistent emphasis on the critical analysis of medieval texts and manuscripts, exploring their implications and relevance to contemporary scholarship. - Eschatology and Calendrical Studies:
The journal addresses themes of eschatology and the significance of calendars, reflecting on how medieval societies understood time and its relation to the divine.
Trending and Emerging
- Exploration of Friendship and Relationships:
There is a growing interest in examining the concepts of love and friendship in medieval thought, particularly through the lens of influential figures like Augustine of Hippo, suggesting a shift towards more personal and relational studies. - Integration of Science and Philosophy:
Recent papers are increasingly addressing the intersections of medieval philosophy with contemporary scientific ideas, particularly regarding nature and cosmology, indicating an emerging theme of integrating historical thought with modern scientific discourse. - Religious and Eschatological Studies:
The exploration of eschatology and its implications in medieval society is becoming prominent, reflecting a renewed interest in how medieval cultures understood and represented concepts of the end times. - Analysis of Material Culture:
There is an emerging focus on material culture, particularly through studies of artifacts and their significance in medieval life, indicating a trend towards examining the tangible aspects of medieval societies. - Cultural Symbolism and Representation:
The journal is increasingly publishing works that analyze cultural symbolism in medieval art and literature, suggesting a trend towards understanding the deeper meanings and representations in medieval culture.
Declining or Waning
- Popular Literature and Folklore:
There has been a noticeable decrease in the exploration of popular literature and folklore from the medieval period, which were once prominent themes in earlier publications. - Military History and Warfare:
Research focused specifically on military history and the dynamics of warfare in the medieval context seems to have diminished, possibly overshadowed by more interdisciplinary and thematic approaches. - Regional Studies:
The journal's output on specific regional studies, particularly those examining localized medieval phenomena, has become less frequent, indicating a shift towards more global or comparative analyses.
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