TEMENOS
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Insightful Discourse in Religious Studies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Religion:
TEMENOS emphasizes the use of interdisciplinary methodologies to study religion, drawing from sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, and theology to provide a comprehensive analysis of religious practices and beliefs. - Cultural and Social Dynamics of Religion:
The journal consistently investigates how religion interacts with cultural and social structures, including issues of identity, authority, and power in various contexts. - Contemporary Religious Issues:
A significant focus is placed on contemporary religious debates, such as secularism, religious freedom, and the impact of globalization on religious identities and practices. - Regional and Global Perspectives:
TEMENOS includes studies that examine both local religious practices and global religious movements, particularly in Nordic and European contexts, while also addressing transnational influences. - Critical Discourse and Controversies:
The journal encourages critical discourse around controversial topics in religion, including Islamophobia, religious conflicts, and the role of media in shaping public perceptions of religion.
Trending and Emerging
- Islam and Contemporary Issues:
A significant trend is the focus on Islam, particularly in light of recent global events. Topics like the Qur'an burnings and their sociopolitical implications are increasingly prominent, reflecting ongoing debates around religious freedom and cultural conflict. - Intersectionality in Religious Studies:
There is a growing emphasis on intersectional approaches that consider how various identities (gender, ethnicity, class) interact within religious contexts, particularly in studies of marginalized communities. - Digital Religion and Online Identities:
Research on how religious communities engage with digital media, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, is emerging as a critical area, showcasing the adaptation of religious practices in a digital age. - Globalization and Religious Movements:
The impact of globalization on local and global religious movements is gaining attention, examining how migration and transnational connections shape religious identities and practices. - Controversial Religious Discourses:
There is an increasing interest in analyzing controversial discourses surrounding religion, including discussions on blasphemy, religious hatred, and the role of media in framing these narratives.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Studies of Religion:
There is a noticeable decrease in publications focusing on historical analyses of religious movements or figures, suggesting a shift towards more contemporary and applied studies. - Traditional Religious Practices:
Themes centered on traditional practices and beliefs, particularly those of indigenous or pre-Christian religions, are less frequently addressed, indicating a possible waning interest in these areas. - Philosophical Perspectives on Religion:
Discussions that delve deeply into philosophical inquiries regarding religion, such as metaphysical debates or existential questions about faith, seem to be declining in favor of empirical and sociological approaches. - Ecological and Environmental Religious Studies:
Although eco-theology has been explored, the broader theme of environmental impacts on religious practices appears to be less prominent in recent issues.
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