REVER-Revista de Estudos da Religiao
Scope & Guideline
Engaging Cultures, Contexts, and Spirituality
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research on Religion:
The journal promotes interdisciplinary approaches to the study of religion, integrating insights from sociology, anthropology, history, and theology to enrich the understanding of religious phenomena. - Political and Social Dynamics of Religion:
It explores the intersections of religion with political movements, social justice, and public policy, particularly in the context of Brazilian society and its diverse religious landscape. - Cultural Studies and Religion:
The journal examines the cultural manifestations of religion, including rituals, symbols, and practices, and how these are influenced by and respond to broader cultural trends. - Religious Identity and Pluralism:
A significant focus is placed on the study of religious identities, pluralism, and the dynamics of coexistence among various religious and non-religious groups. - Critical Engagement with Neoliberalism:
The journal critically analyzes the impact of neoliberal ideologies on religious practices and discourses, addressing themes like commodification of spirituality and the role of religion in economic contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Religious Populism and Politics:
There is a growing focus on the role of religion in populist politics, particularly in Brazil, highlighting how religious groups are shaping political discourse and electoral strategies. - Digital Religion and Social Media:
An increasing number of studies are examining the influence of digital technologies and social networks on religious practices, identity formation, and community building, reflecting the digital age's impact on spirituality. - Neoliberalism and Religion:
Emerging discussions are critically assessing the intersections of neoliberalism and religion, exploring how economic ideologies influence religious institutions and individual spirituality. - Health and Well-being in Religious Contexts:
Recent research emphasizes the connections between spirituality, mental health, and social support, particularly in contexts like chronic illness and the COVID-19 pandemic. - Interreligious Dialogue and Pluralism:
There is a notable trend towards exploring interreligious dialogue and the dynamics of religious pluralism, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of coexistence in diverse societies.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Studies of Religion:
While historical analyses of religion were once a staple of the journal, there has been a noticeable decline in publications focused solely on historical perspectives, possibly due to a growing emphasis on contemporary issues. - Traditional Religious Practices:
Themes centered on traditional practices and rituals, particularly in isolated or indigenous contexts, are appearing less frequently, which may reflect a broader trend towards examining religion in urban and globalized settings. - Religious Textual Analysis:
There has been a waning interest in purely textual analyses of religious scriptures, as the focus shifts towards more applied and experiential approaches to understanding religion. - Theoretical Frameworks in Religion:
Discussion of classical theoretical frameworks in the study of religion, such as those proposed by early scholars like Durkheim and Weber, seems to be less prominent, possibly overshadowed by more contemporary theoretical approaches. - Focus on Exclusively Western Religions:
The journal has increasingly diversified its scope to include a wider array of global religious traditions, leading to a decline in articles focusing solely on Western religions.
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