Secularism & Nonreligion
@S_N_Journal
Secularism and Nonreligion is the world's first journal dedicated to the investigation of secularism and nonreligion in all forms.
@S_N_Journal, the world’s oldest journal devoted to the study of secularism and nonreligion, welcomes submissions for its 2024 volume. 📕📚 Are you interested in submitting a paper for our next volume? Check out how to do it ⬇️ secularismandnonreligion.org/about/submissi…
📢#NewArticle📢 McCaffree, Saide and Basmechi explore differences in secularity among Muslims in Iran, challenging Western-focused assumptions. Based on 21 interviews (52% female), it identifies 3 key themes shaping religious doubt. 🔗 Read it here: secularismandnonreligion.org/articles/10.53…
🔴 NEW PUBLICATION 🔴 “Discussing the Secular in Intimate Relationships” by Lieke L. Schrijvers How do Christian–nonreligious couples in the Netherlands navigate belief differences? Science, ethics & everyday negotiation take center stage. 🔗 Link: doi.org/10.5334/snr.197
Junbo, a student working with us here at the IRCSF this summer, found the McCaffree, K., Saide, A., & Basmechi, F. (2025) "Sex Differences in #Secularity in #Iran" article in @S_N_Journal particularly interesting: link.gale.com/apps/doc/A8313…
🔴 New Article 🔴 “Holes in Sacred Umbrellas” by Katie E. Corcoran & Christopher P. Scheitle Can just one non-religious friend shift your worldview? This study explores how friendship networks influence the dynamis of atheistic worldviews 🔗 Read here: doi.org/10.5334/snr.200
🌟New Article🌟 “Altruistic Atheists” by Phil Zuckerman & Sophie Myers What motivates altruistic behavior among people who don't believe in God, were raised in nonreligious families, and live in largely secular societies? 🔗 Read the answer here: doi.org/10.5334/snr.221
🔊 Editorial update at Secularism and Nonreligion 🔊 Roosa Haimila joins Isabella Kasselstrand & David Speed as co-editor! Big thanks to Chris Cotter for 7+ years of outstanding service. Welcome, Roosa! #Nonreligion #SecularStudies #OpenAccess secularismandnonreligion.org/announcements#…
#ArticleOfTheWeek How do people navigate between religiosity and non-religiosity? This study by J. Murphy, F. W. Jones, and D. Nigbur explores how British Hindus construct their personal worldviews. 🔗 Read the article here: secularismandnonreligion.org/articles/10.53…
#ArticleOfTheWeek: How are science & nonreligion interconnected in the Anglophone West? R. Catto, R. Shillitoe, S. H. Jones, T. Kaden & F. Elsdon-Baker analyze how nonreligious life scientists & the public in Canada/UK perceive science & religion 🔗Link: secularismandnonreligion.org/articles/10.53…
#ArticleOfTheWeek Check out this fascinating piece on atheism, gender, and feminism by Rebecca D. Stinson, Kathleen M. Goodman, Charles Bermingham and Saba R. Ali 🔗 Read it here: secularismandnonreligion.org/articles/10.53… #Atheism #GenderEquality #NonReligion
🛑Let's continue our #WeeklyQuiz🛑 What does the term "agnosticism" mean? a) A belief that no gods exist b) A belief that the existence of gods is unknown or unknowable c) A belief in one god who created the universe d) A rejection of all spiritual or supernatural concepts
#NewArticle this new contribution by Alexandr Zamușinski explores @ProjectClergy Through interviews and surveys, the research reveals how these individuals navigate identity, community, and meaning after deconversion. 🔗Read the full article here: secularismandnonreligion.org/articles/10.53…
🚨Ready for Question 4? 🚨 Here’s the next challenge in our #WeeklyQuiz True or False: "The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution ensures freedom of religion and the separation of church and state." 🤔 What’s your answer? 💬Comment True or False below!
#ArticleOfTheWeek In "An Argument for Unbelief: A Discussion about Terminology", Nickolas Garth Conrad critiques rigid definitions of atheism, advocating for "unbelief". 🔗Read the full article here: secularismandnonreligion.org/arti.../10.533… #Secularism #Nonreligion #Unbelief
🌟Quiz Time Continues🌟 Here’s the third question in our #WeeklyQuiz: What is the meaning of nonreligion? a) Hostility towards religion b) A lack of religious affiliation or belief c) Advocacy for atheism d) Spirituality without organized religion 🧐Think you’ve got it? 👇😉
#ArticleOfTheWeek In her article entitled "There is a Sexular Body: Introducing a Material Approach to the Secular", J. Wiering advocates for a material, bottom-up approach to studying secularism. 🔗Read the full article here: secularismandnonreligion.org/articles/10.53…
🎉Ready for Round 2? 🎉 Here’s the second question in our #WeeklyQuiz on Secularism and Nonreligion: Which philosopher is most commonly associated with the idea of the "secularization thesis"? a) Karl Marx b) Max Weber c) Friedrich Nietzsche d) Sigmund Freud Do you know? 🤔
#ArticleOfTheWeek In this study, Carlos Lemos and Ivan Puga-Gonzalez examine the accelerated secularization in Scandinavia, highlighting disaffiliation, disbelief in God, and the influence of church confidence. 🔗Read the full article here: secularismandnonreligion.org/arti.../10.533…
🚨 It’s Quiz Time! 🚨 What does secularism primarily advocate for? a) Elimination of all religions b) Separation of religion and state c) Promotion of one dominant religion d) Denial of spirituality altogether 💬 Drop your answer below! Stay tuned for the correct answer!
