THEOPHANY

Focus and Scope

Interdisciplinary, religious-psychological, philosophical, ethical, and intercultural approach to religious and religious phenomena.

Section Policies

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Open Submissions

Indexed

Peer Reviewed

Monographs

Open Submissions

Indexed

Peer Reviewed

Peer Review Process

Review Policy for THEOPHANY
Purpose: The purpose of this review policy is to outline the guidelines and procedures for the review process of submissions to THEOPHANY. The journal aims to publish high-quality scholarly articles that contribute to the field of Psychology of Religion, ensuring rigorous and fair evaluation.
Peer Review Process: 2.1. Initial Evaluation: All submitted manuscripts will undergo an initial evaluation by the editorial team to assess their alignment with the journal's scope, format, and quality standards. Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria may be rejected at this stage.
2.2. Double-Blind Peer Review: Accepted manuscripts will then proceed to the double-blind peer review process. The editorial team will select expert reviewers with relevant expertise in the manuscript's subject matter. Reviewers will evaluate the manuscript's originality, methodology, clarity, and contribution to the field.
2.3. Reviewer Selection: Reviewers will be selected based on their expertise, reputation, and absence of conflicts of interest. The identity of the authors and reviewers will remain confidential throughout the review process.
2.4. Reviewer Recommendations: Reviewers will provide constructive feedback, recommendations, and suggestions to improve the quality of the manuscript. They will assess the manuscript's strengths, weaknesses, and suitability for publication in THEOPHANY.
2.5. Decision Making: Based on the reviewers' recommendations, the editorial team will make a decision regarding the manuscript. The possible decisions include acceptance, acceptance with minor revisions, major revisions, or rejection. The final decision will be communicated to the authors along with the reviewers' comments.
Timelines: The journal strives to maintain a timely review process. Authors can expect to receive a decision on their manuscript within two months from the date of submission. However, the actual duration may vary depending on factors such as reviewer availability and the complexity of the manuscript.
Confidentiality: The journal and its reviewers will treat all submitted manuscripts with utmost confidentiality. Reviewers are expected to maintain the confidentiality of the reviewed materials and not disclose any information about the manuscript to any third party.
Appeals and Ethical Considerations: Authors have the right to appeal against a decision if they believe it was made based on unfair grounds. The journal will handle appeals in a fair and unbiased manner, considering the concerns raised by the authors. Additionally, the journal adheres to ethical guidelines and expects authors to maintain the highest standards of integrity and academic honesty.

Open Access Policy

THEOPHANY is committed to the principles of open access, aiming to promote the widespread dissemination of knowledge and ensure the accessibility of scholarly research to the global community. This Open Access Policy outlines the journal's approach to open access publication.
Open Access Publication:
THEOPHANY provides immediate, unrestricted, and free online access to all published articles, promoting the broadest possible dissemination of research findings.
Readers are granted the right to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of the articles, without any subscription or paywall barriers.
Licensing:
Author Retention of Copyright:
Authors retain the copyright of their published articles in THEOPHANY.
This allows authors to reuse, share, or republish their work, with proper acknowledgment of the journal as the original publisher.
Waivers and Fee Assistance:
Archiving and Preservation:
THEOPHANY supports the archiving and long-term preservation of published articles.
The journal may deposit its content in recognized digital repositories or archives to ensure its availability and accessibility over time.
Compliance with Funding Agency Policies:
THEOPHANY encourages authors to comply with the open access policy requirements of their funding agencies.
The journal will provide necessary information and support to authors seeking to fulfill the open access mandates of their funding organizations.
Transparent Communication:
THEOPHANY will clearly communicate its open access policies, including licensing, copyright, and APCs, to authors, readers, and other stakeholders.
Any updates or changes to the open access policy will be promptly communicated through the journal's website or other appropriate channels.

Ethics and malpractice statement

THEOPHANY is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct in all aspects of the scholarly publishing process. This ethics and malpractice statement outlines the responsibilities and expectations of all parties involved, including authors, reviewers, editors, and the journal itself.
Authors' Responsibilities:
Authors must ensure that their submitted manuscripts are original, have not been published previously, and are not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
Authors should accurately acknowledge the work of others and appropriately cite and reference all sources used in their research.
Any potential conflicts of interest or financial support related to the research must be disclosed in the manuscript.
Reviewers' Responsibilities:
Reviewers should conduct objective and unbiased evaluations of the manuscripts assigned to them, based on their expertise and the journal's guidelines.
Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of the review process and refrain from using or disclosing any information from the manuscripts.
Any conflicts of interest that may affect the review process should be disclosed to the editor promptly.
Editors' Responsibilities:
Editors are responsible for ensuring the fairness, integrity, and quality of the publication process.
Editors should evaluate manuscripts solely on their academic and scientific merit, without any bias based on race, gender, nationality, or other discriminatory factors.
Editors must handle all submissions with confidentiality and ensure that all decisions are based on the manuscript's content and the reviewers' evaluations.
Any potential conflicts of interest should be disclosed and managed appropriately.
Peer Review Process:
The peer review process should be fair, objective, and constructive, providing valuable feedback to authors to improve the quality of their work.
Reviewers should refrain from personal attacks, derogatory comments, or any form of unethical behavior during the review process.
Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement:
Plagiarism, including the use of others' work without proper attribution, is strictly prohibited.
Authors should ensure that their manuscripts do not infringe upon the copyright of others and obtain necessary permissions for any copyrighted material used.
The journal will take appropriate action upon identification of any instances of plagiarism or copyright infringement.
Corrections, Retractions, and Errata:
The journal recognizes its responsibility to rectify any errors, inaccuracies, or misleading information published.
Corrections, retractions, or errata will be promptly issued upon discovery, following established guidelines and procedures.
Investigation of Misconduct:
The journal will investigate any allegations of research misconduct or unethical behavior seriously and take appropriate actions as necessary, following established guidelines and procedures.
Transparency and Open Access:
The journal supports open access principles, ensuring that research and scholarly knowledge are accessible to the wider academic community.
The journal will clearly communicate its policies, fees, copyright, and licensing information to authors and readers.
By adhering to this ethics and malpractice statement, THEOPHANY aims to promote integrity, transparency, and trust in the scholarly publishing process. Any concerns or allegations of ethical misconduct should be reported to the journal's editorial team for investigation and resolution.

Aims & Scope

Aims & Scope for THEOPHANY

1. Interdisciplinary Perspectives:
   • Religious-psychological intersections
   • Philosophical and ethical aspects
   • Cross-cultural studies
   • Psycho-historical analyses
2. Psychological Approaches:
   • Cognitive psychology of religion
   • Philosophical and phenomenological perspectives
   • Existential and psychoanalytic interpretations
   • Humanistic and personalistic dimensions
   • Spiritualistic and biopsychological aspects
   • Behavioristic and narrative inquiries
   • Neurotheological explorations
3. Sociocultural Contexts:
   • National and cultural influences
   • Folkloric traditions and practices
   • Applied and normative considerations
   • Social and clinical implications
   • Political and noological perspectives
4. Experiential and Developmental Studies:
   • Environmental and contextual influences
   • Developmental psychology of religion
   • Linguistic and semiotic analyses
   • Parapsychological investigations
5. Denominational and Systemic Approaches:
   • Denominational variations and practices
   • Systemic and relational perspectives
   • Devotional and spiritual experiences
   • Psychotherapeutic applications

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