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{"title":"Effect of Community Building on Church Spiritual Growth","authors":"Isaac Shaasha, B. Msabah, Alexander Katuta Kyule","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1893","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1893","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: This study investigates the relationship between community building and spiritual growth within Pentecostal Churches in the Nairobi metropolitan counties of Kenya, focusing on the Pentecostal Evangelical Fellowship of Africa (PEFA), Kenya Assemblies of God (KAG), and Full Gospel Churches of Kenya (FGCK) under the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK). Grounded in servant leadership, empowerment, and spiritual leadership theories, the research combines quantitative and qualitative methods to explore how servant leaders facilitate community building and its impact on church growth. Methodology: The study was guided by servant leadership, empowerment and spiritual leadership theories. The study was conducted across multiple Pentecostal denominations within the Nairobi Metropolitan counties, including Nairobi, Kajiado, Muranga, Kiambu, and Machakos in Kenya. Data collection involved 333 church leaders and members, with 173 from PEFA, 80 from KAG, and 80 from FGCK, resulting in a response rate of 91%. Additionally, two discussion groups comprising pastors and elders from PEFA and KAG churches in Kajiado County were interviewed using an interview guide, totaling 17 members. The total response rate of church leaders and members was 304 (91%). The descriptive cross-sectional survey research design and exploratory designs were adopted for data collection and analysis where respondents provided relevant data. The research was anchored on the pragmatism philosophy. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation and regression analysis, where Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 29 was used. Thematic analysis was employed in analyzing qualitative type of data. Purposive and stratified random sampling techniques were employed to select the sample, ensuring representation of subgroups within the population. This approach facilitated efficient and cost-effective data collection while maintaining the integrity of the study's findings Findings: Data collected from 304 respondents, including pastors, elders, and members, reveals a significant positive association between community building and spiritual growth, with volunteer services rating relatively low. The results showed a positive significance of community building in affecting church spiritual growth. The study findings in all the three models: Model summary, ANOVA and Coefficient confirm the significance of community building in church spiritual growth. The correlation coefficient results yielded a positive relationship of 0.580. However, descriptive statistics on mean scores of how respondents views the practice of community building in their churches, the sub variable of voluntary community services was ranked the lowest (3.7) amongst the other constructs. Nevertheless, there is a need for enhancement of voluntary services by the Pentecostal churches in areas such as health, free cleaning and training services to give back to the community. When","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":" 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140996914","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Social Dimensions of Antimicrobial Resistance and an Anthropological Approach: Analytic Review","authors":"M. A. Jawad","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1643","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1643","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The objective of this paper is to devise a comprehensive and layered framework to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR). It aims to weave together the strands of ethnomedicine, healthcare system analysis, and anthropological perspectives on illness, aligning with universal healthcare principles to encourage community participation and address the societal roots of health inequalities. The framework seeks to address AMR through a lens that views health disparities not merely as medical issues, but as complex phenomena shaped by cultural, social, and structural factors. \u0000Methodology: The research employs a single-case study design to synthesize and analyse interdisciplinary insights into AMR. This approach facilitates an in-depth understanding of how various elements, such as cultural beliefs, healthcare practices, and community dynamics, interact and influence the spread and management of AMR. By focusing on a single case, the study intends to meticulously document and interpret the nuanced interactions between these factors, providing a detailed narrative that captures the essence of the AMR challenge in a global health context.  The study utilizes 66 varied references, such as journal articles, book excerpts, theses, reports, and websites, sourced from academic venues and the internet, published between 1946 and 2023. \u0000Findings: Through its investigation, the study presents a healthcare approach that marries the traditional wisdom of ethnomedicine with the precision of biomedicine, underscoring the significance of cultural competence in formulating AMR mitigation strategies. It dissects the intricate relationship between the three primary health sectors—popular, professional, and folk—and disentangles the sociocultural concepts of 'disease' and 'illness' as distinguished by medical anthropologists. The research calls for a reconceptualization of healthcare systems that goes beyond the biomedical model, advocating for an integration of the sociocultural, economic, and political dimensions that influence health and illness manifestations. \u0000Unique contribution to theory: This study's unique theoretical contribution lies in its interdisciplinary approach to health disparities and AMR. It proposes a model that balances the rigor of scientific research with the insights gleaned from traditional health practices, placing a premium on the dynamics of community involvement and the myriad influences on health. By doing so, it offers a more equitable, sustainable, and contextually relevant paradigm for health practices and policies. This paradigm shift is intended to provide actionable insights for policymakers and health practitioners, enabling them to devise strategies that are not only scientifically sound but also culturally sensitive and broadly applicable. The framework envisages a future where health interventions are tailored to the lived experiences of diverse populations, potentially transforming the landscape of global health and AMR st","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":"59 22","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139593951","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Decolonisation of Religion and Spirituality: A Case of Shembe Philosophy","authors":"Ngogi Emmanuel Mahaye","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1578","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1578","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The purpose of this scholarly work or study in the sight of the public is not crafted to drive or to win any theological debate or argument but I simple seek to advance the understanding of Shembe in the specific area of His philosophy not the holistic Shembe. This I say because no one on earth can claim in totality that he or she has a better understanding of Shembe, hence choosing the concept of philosophy which is the critical examination of ground fundamental beliefs and analysis of concept, doctrines, and practices was relevant for this academic paper. \u0000The process of decolonization has been a significant area of scholarly inquiry in various fields, including religion and spirituality. Shembe philosophy placed a strong emphasis on cultural revival and the restoration of African spiritual practices. The movement sought to reclaim African spirituality while accommodating certain aspects of organic Christianity. Central to Shembe philosophy was to reconnect the so-called lost generation of Abantu in the ancestral connection, the veneration of ancestors, and the preservation of African traditions (Wababa, 2018). The complexity of such role from Jehovah was delicate and crucial. Isaiah Shembe known as Umqaliwendlela would hear a voice singing new unexpected words. \u0000Methodology: A qualitative study method, interprevist paradigm and phenomenological design was employed in this study to enable a comprehensive exploration of the experiences, perspectives, and practices within Shembe communities. \u0000Findings: The study findings revealed that the key principles and teachings of Shembe philosophy have a massive influence and understanding of decolonization in guiding the community’s beliefs and practices. The community have incorporation of Shembe philosophy into their daily lives for decolonial transformation. The findings further revealed although numerous challenges faced by the Shembe community in their pursuit of decolonization and cultural heritage preservation, but the post-colonial era in South Africa has made much better to defend His philosophy using the current constitution chapter 2 which clearly stipulated in the Bill of Rights, which states that everyone has right to freedom of religion, belief, and opinion. Section 9, the equality clause, prohibits unfair discrimination on various grounds including religion. Shembe fought spiritual the above religious right from as early as 1900 until the formation of the South African Native National Congress (SANNC), later known as the African National Congress (ANC) on the 08 January 1912. \u0000Unique Contributor to Theory, Policy and Practice: In conclusion, the Shembe philosophy has a lightning influence in guiding the community’s beliefs and practices. The post-colonial role of Shembe philosophy in the decolonization of religion and spirituality requires further exploration and development.","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":"90 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138995216","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Audre Lorde and the Archetypal Back to Africa Movement","authors":"Njeng Eric Sipyinyu","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1571","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1571","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: This paper examines how Audre Lorde, one of the most prominent black woman poets of the 21st century, is concerned about the horrors of racism and attempts to erode it through her poetry. As a black, she is excluded from the dominant white society. As a black woman, she is \"other\" in a patriarchal culture. \u0000Methodology: The paper employs the Myth and Archetypal Approach propounded by Carl Jung, Northrop Frye, and Mircea Eliade to examine how Lorde seeks to create a community among blacks using African archetypes. In this regard, Lorde uses a pantheon of mythological and legendary archetypes from the ancient Kingdoms of Dahomey, Ashanti, and Benin to create self-esteem and unity in her people. These archetypes can serve as sources of intellectual enlightenment and models for ritual and cultural behavior. \u0000Findings: Lorde sees mythical archetypes as an authentic form of ancestral worship more accommodating than the Christian culture of the West. Such archetypes allow blacks to understand identifiers that contravene Western culture's xenophobia and create unity among blacks across the world. She invokes primordial history to show that blackness and femaleness are not \"other\" but affirming qualities. Recognizing that blacks had assumed the polarised dialectics of Western culture, Lorde tries to reconnect them to their lost spiritual cord. The archetypes she invokes would appeal to blacks because archetypes are innate. \u0000Unique contributor to theory, policy and practice: Thus, by invoking African mythic archetypes, she brings the black community into contact with their lost spiritual history. The paper ends with the caveat that the Back to Africa movement, which has seen a boost in momentum in the last two decades, is a result of the work of poets like Lorde, who, through their poetry, triggered the search for the lost link between blacks in the diaspora and the African continent.","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":"5 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139007710","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"African and Western Concepts of Spirituality and the Transcendence of God: A Case Study of Sub-Sahara African Christians in Finland","authors":"Jean Nubaha Banyanga","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1535","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1535","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Through evangelism and missionary activities, Western Christian spirituality influences the lives of many people, both individually and collectively, and in many cultures around the world including the Sub-Sahara African region. This article aims to examine spirituality and the various ways in which to recognize it from the perspectives of both Sub-Sahara African and Western concepts. It also examines the secularization of Finnish churches and how this shapes the spirituality of Christians originating from Sub-Saharan Africa living in Finland. Methodology: The argument is presented through an analysis of existing literature and documents on the matter. Findings: The findings show that secularization had negative consequence to many churches in the Western countries. Consequently, Sub-Sahara African Christians are setting up their own ecclesiastic congregations in many cities of Finland. Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: It is therefore important for individuals to belong to groups where the numbers share visible characteristics, values, and convictions.","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":"49 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139211795","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Christian Ethical Expectations in Leadership","authors":"Ezekiel Adekunle Adejuwon","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1349","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1349","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Christianity and morality go together just as leadership and ethics do in many cultures and societies globally. This paper examines the moral expectations on leadership especially from biblical perspectives of the professing Christian. \u0000Methodology: Using secondary data collections from literal sources like books, journals, and internet materials, the paper discussed the concepts of Christian ethics and leadership, as well as biblical foundations of ethics of leadership. It also examined the virtues that are expected of Christian leaders and enumerated acts necessary for maintaining Christian ethics by the leader. \u0000Findings: Findings are that three dimensions of relationships for the leader include relationship with God, others and self. The virtues essential for the leadership in relation with God are demonstrations of having faith in God, fear of God and love for God. While virtues expectations on leadership in relationship with others include good character, integrity and justice, virtues in relationship with the self are self- sacrifice, self- discipline and self-control. \u0000Unique Contributions to Theory, Policy and Practice: In maintaining leadership ethics, it is recommended that the Christian leader needs to exemplify Christian virtues, build Christian ethical culture, and seek to continually improve on leadership skill.","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":"35 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115160193","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Impact of Religious Rituals on Cultural Identity: Review of the Relationship between Religious Practices and Cultural Belonging","authors":"Juan Santiago","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1346","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1346","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of religious rituals on cultural identity- a review of the relationship between religious practices and cultural belonging. \u0000Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library. \u0000Findings: The findings revealed that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the impact of religious rituals on cultural identity. Preliminary empirical review demonstrated that religious rituals play a crucial role in the formation, maintenance, and negotiation of cultural identity within diverse religious communities and cultural contexts. Engaging in religious rituals fosters a sense of belonging, strengthens cultural values and traditions, and contributes to the intergenerational transmission of cultural identity. Furthermore, religious rituals serve as symbolic expressions of cultural identity, reinforcing social cohesion and providing individuals with a sense of shared identity and purpose. \u0000Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Social Identity theory, Symbolic Interactionism and the Cultural Identity theory may be used to anchor future studies on the impact of religious rituals on cultural identity. The study recommended for foster intergenerational dialogues, promoting of cultural education, facilitation of interfaith exchanges, encouraging of ritual adaptation, supporting of community engagements and making collaborations with cultural organizations.","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":"18 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126189628","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Role of Religion in Shaping Gender Norms and Attitudes: A Case Study of Tanzania","authors":"Philomena Huberman","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1344","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1344","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of religion in the shaping of gender norms and attitudes in the Tanzanian culture. \u0000Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library. \u0000Findings: The findings revealed that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the role of religion in the shaping of gender norms and attitudes. \u0000Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Social Constructionism theory, Symbolic Interactionism theory and the Intersectionality model may be used to anchor future studies on the role of religion in the shaping of gender norms and attitudes. Religious beliefs, teachings, and practices have a profound influence on societal expectations, reinforcing traditional gender roles and contributing to the perpetuation of gender inequalities. The findings highlight the complex interplay between religion and gender, with religious affiliation often associated with more conservative gender attitudes and the acceptance of gender-based violence. Recommendations drawn from the study include the promotion of gender sensitive religious education, engaging religious leaders and institutions, fostering interfaith dialogues, strengthening women’s empowerment programs, supporting grassroots initiates amongst others.","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":"37 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122903798","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Religion, Culture, and Politics: Analyzing the Influence of Religious Beliefs on Sociopolitical Dynamics","authors":"Christiana Asha","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1347","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1347","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of religious beliefs on sociopolitical dynamics in Sub Saharan countries. \u0000Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library. \u0000Findings: The findings revealed that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the influence of religious beliefs on sociopolitical dynamics in Sub Saharan countries. The empirical review revealed that the influence of religious beliefs on sociopolitical dynamics is a significant and complex phenomenon, as evidenced by the empirical studies reviewed. Religious beliefs have been found to shape political participation, attitudes toward gender roles, immigration, LGBTQ+ rights, social activism, and environmental attitudes. These findings highlight the importance of understanding the interplay between religion and sociopolitical dynamics and provide valuable insights for policymakers, religious leaders, and society as a whole. \u0000Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Keywords: The Secularization theory, Resource Mobilization theory and the Political Theology theory may be used to anchor future studies relating to the influence of religious beliefs on sociopolitical dynamics. This study recommends that by fostering interreligious dialogue, promoting human rights and equality, encouraging critical thinking and education, enhancing collaboration between religious and secular institutions, and supporting grassroots initiatives, societies can navigate the complexities of religious beliefs and create sociopolitical dynamics that embrace diversity and foster social progress.","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":"22 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114254641","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Impact of Globalization on the Traditional Religious Practices and Cultural Values: A Case Study of Kenya","authors":"Divinah Andrew","doi":"10.47941/ijcrs.1345","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/ijcrs.1345","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of the traditional religious practices and cultural values in Kenya. \u0000Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library. \u0000Findings: The findings revealed that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the impact of religious rituals on cultural identity. Preliminary empirical review revealed that globalization has both positive and negative consequences for traditional practices and values. On one hand, it can lead to the revitalization, adaptation, and hybridization of traditional practices, allowing them to evolve and find new relevance in a globalized world. On the other hand, globalization can also contribute to the erosion, dilution, and commodification of traditional practices and values, as they become influenced by external forces and commercial interests. \u0000Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Cultural Hybridity theory, Modernization theory and the Glocalization theory may be used to anchor future studies on the impact of traditional religious practices and cultural values. Recommendations stemming from this research include fostering intercultural dialogue and understanding to promote mutual respect and appreciation for diverse religious practices and cultural values. This can be achieved through educational programs, community initiatives, and cultural exchanges that encourage individuals to learn about and engage with different religious traditions and cultural practices. Additionally, there is a need for policy frameworks that support the safeguarding and promotion of traditional religious practices and cultural values while ensuring ethical and respectful engagement with global influences.","PeriodicalId":368074,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Culture and Religious Studies","volume":"96 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124973592","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}