Spiritus-A Journal of Christian Spirituality
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Depths of Christian Spirituality
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Spirituality:
The journal embraces a wide range of disciplines, including theology, philosophy, social sciences, and the arts, to explore the multifaceted nature of Christian spirituality. - Historical and Theological Contexts:
It includes works that delve into historical figures, traditions, and theological developments in Christianity, aiming to connect past insights with contemporary spiritual practices. - Contemporary Issues and Spiritual Responses:
The journal addresses current societal issues, such as racism, environmental concerns, and mental health, providing spiritual insights and responses that are relevant to modern challenges. - Mysticism and Contemplative Practices:
A significant focus on mystical theology and contemplative practices highlights the experiential aspects of spirituality, encouraging deeper engagement with the divine. - Cultural and Artistic Expressions of Faith:
The journal explores how spirituality is expressed through various cultural and artistic forms, including literature, music, and visual arts, recognizing their role in shaping spiritual experiences.
Trending and Emerging
- Social Justice and Activism:
There is a growing emphasis on spirituality as a means of engaging with social justice issues, including racism and environmental concerns, reflecting a desire for spirituality to inform and inspire action in the world. - Intercultural and Global Perspectives:
An increasing number of articles focus on intercultural hermeneutics and the global dimensions of spirituality, emphasizing the rich diversity of Christian expressions across cultures. - Trauma and Healing:
The exploration of trauma-informed spirituality is becoming more prominent, addressing the impact of trauma on spiritual formation and the role of spirituality in healing processes. - Integration of Art and Spirituality:
Recent contributions highlight the intersection of art and spirituality, exploring how creative expressions can inform and enrich spiritual experiences. - Contemplative Practices in Modern Contexts:
There is a resurgence of interest in contemplative practices, with a focus on how these ancient traditions can be adapted and applied in contemporary settings.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Doctrinal Discussions:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers focused solely on traditional doctrinal discussions, indicating a shift towards more experiential and contextual approaches to spirituality. - Exclusive Focus on Historical Figures:
While historical figures remain important, there is a waning emphasis on exclusively biographical studies, as the journal increasingly prioritizes contemporary relevance and application. - Narrowly Defined Spiritual Practices:
Themes centered around narrowly defined spiritual practices are less frequent, suggesting a move towards broader, more integrative discussions that encompass diverse spiritual experiences. - Secular Perspectives on Spirituality:
The engagement with secular perspectives and comparisons with non-Christian spiritual traditions has diminished, potentially indicating a more focused return to distinctively Christian themes. - Liberal Theological Critiques:
There appears to be a decline in liberal theological critiques of traditional Christianity, as the journal shifts to explore constructive spirituality rather than solely deconstructive analyses.
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