Peer Review Statement

The Journal for the Study of Religion employs a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, originality, and significance of all published research articles. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and fairness.

Double-Blind Review

  • Manuscripts are anonymized by removing any identifying information about the authors before being sent to reviewers.
  • Reviewers are also anonymized, with authors not having access to their names or affiliations.
  • This double-blind process minimizes potential bias and ensures that manuscripts are evaluated solely on their scientific merit.

Selection of Reviewers

  • Reviewers are chosen based on their expertise in the relevant research field.
  • We maintain a database of qualified reviewers and actively seek out new reviewers to ensure a diverse pool of expertise.

Review Process

  • Each manuscript is typically reviewed by at least two independent reviewers. Should there be a big difference between the two reviews then a third reviewer will be enlisted.
  • Reviewers are provided with clear guidelines and evaluation criteria to ensure consistency and thoroughness in their assessments.
  • Reviewers assess the manuscript for:
    • Originality of research question
    • Soundness of methodology
    • Validity of results
    • Clarity and significance of conclusions
    • Adherence to ethical research principles
  • Based on the reviewers' reports, the Editor-in-Chief makes the final decision on publication (accept, reject, revise).
  • Authors receive detailed feedback from the reviewers to guide them in revising their manuscripts for potential publication.

Confidentiality

  • All reviewers are expected to maintain the confidentiality of the manuscripts they review.
  • This includes not sharing the content of the manuscript with anyone outside the review process.

The Journal for the Study of Religion believes that the double-blind peer review process is essential for maintaining the quality and credibility of our publications. We are committed to providing a fair and constructive review process for all authors who submit their work to our journal.