Shofar-An Interdisciplinary Journal of Jewish Studies

metrics 2024

Illuminating Jewish Studies with Scholarly Excellence

Introduction

Shofar: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Jewish Studies, published by Purdue University Press, is a prominent peer-reviewed journal that engages with the diverse and rich tapestry of Jewish studies through interdisciplinary approaches. With a focus on cultural studies, history, and religious studies, the journal has established itself within the academic community, achieving significant recognition evidenced by its Q3 ranking in these disciplines as of 2023. Researchers and scholars in the field will find valuable insights and innovative discussions that push the boundaries of traditional scholarship. Though currently not open access, Shofar offers an enriching forum for scholarly discourse that fosters a deeper understanding of Jewish identity, history, and culture, making it an essential resource for professionals and students alike. The journal's ISSN is 0882-8539, while its E-ISSN is 1534-5165. It is operational from 2014 to 2024 and is located in the United States.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.12
Journal Impact Factor0.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.20
H-Index7
Journal IF Without Self0.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.04
Influence0.23
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life16.40
Citing Half Life19.20
JCI0.62
Total Documents284
WOS Total Citations137
SCIMAGO Total Citations106
SCIMAGO SELF Citations3
Scopus Journal Rank0.12
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.10
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.21
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.23

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Religious Studies in Arts and Humanities
Rank #218/644
Percentile 66.15
Quartile Q2
History in Arts and Humanities
Rank #623/1760
Percentile 64.60
Quartile Q2
Cultural Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #614/1304
Percentile 52.91
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

HUMANITIES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 119/406
Percentile 70.69
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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