About
The Journal of Religious and Social Studies (JRSS) is an open-access, triple-blind peer-reviewed publication focused on scholarly articles in the fields of Religious and Social Studies. It publishes original research, review articles, and book reviews related to Islamic sciences, aiming to foster the exchange and discussion of academic findings.
JRSS is committed to advancing academic discourse by prioritizing Religious Sciences and encourages contributors to explore various dimensions of Religious and Social Studies. Submissions are welcomed from scholars in Pakistan and internationally, covering topics such as Islamic theology, philosophy, sociology, jurisprudence, contemporary studies, comparative religion, spirituality, Qur'anic and Sunnah studies, religious history, art, psychology from religious perspectives, socio-economic issues, and socio-religious paradigms. The journal also invites reviews of recently published books.
With a focus on global religious studies and a particular emphasis on Pakistan, JRSS seeks to promote interdisciplinary research on the Islamic world through cross-national and comparative approaches. It aims to facilitate scholarly interaction among academics from diverse traditions of learning.
The journal publishes at least two issues per year, with articles released collectively in volumes that include a table of contents. Special issues, managed by guest editors, are also periodically published.
For submission guidelines, please consult the Style Guide and visit the Author Guidelines section for further details.
Current Issue
Vol. 4 No. 1 Jan-Jun (2024): Journal of Religious and Social Studies-JRSS
Published:
2024-06-20
Articles
The Semiannual Journal of Religious and Social Studies (JRSS) (pISSN: 2789-0317) was launched in 2021 by the School of Religious and Social Studies (SRSS), Faisalabad, Pakistan, with the aim of advancing research in the fields of religious and social studies while fostering the growth and expertise of researchers. JRSS is an internationally recognized scholarly journal that publishes peer-reviewed research focused on religious thought and practice. It is accessible online, encouraging critical, interpretative, historical, and constructive discussions in these areas. JRSS emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to the study of global religious and spiritual traditions, striving to serve a broad audience, including academic scholars, theologians, philosophers, social scientists, anthropologists, psychologists, and neuroscientists. By integrating perspectives from diverse fields, JRSS seeks to enrich the multidisciplinary understanding of religion and its role in contemporary society. The journal welcomes submissions from scholars worldwide, aiming to contribute to intellectual conversations across religious studies and social sciences.
